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May 1, 2017,
Timothy Barth, Town Manager ,
Town of Columbus.
PO Box 146
Columbus, NC 28722
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Columbus Collection System
Permit No: WQCS00140
Polk County
Dear Mr. Barth:
ROY COOPER.
Governor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretar}r _
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
Director
On April 19, 2017, Dan Boss and I conducted a Compliance Evaluation Inspection of the Town of
Columbus' Wastewater Collection System. Based on records reviewed, on -site visits to system components
and discussions with staff, the Wastewater Collection System was determined to be in compliance with
permit WQCS00140. An inspection report is attached for your records with findings summarized. The
collection system appears to be well maintained 'and operated. The following items were noted during the
inspection: ;
• C1P is outdated. Updated CIP needed to address current and future collection system infrastructure
needs. This is a requirement of Section I of the Permit.
• Collection system map will need to be updated to reflect sewer extensions being completed, ithin
the next year. In the fixture, the Town may wish to pursue a cloud based GIS mapping system to
simplify tracking and system updates.
The assistance of Ricky McGuinn during the inspection was greatly appreciated. If there are any questions
or additional information is needed, please feel free to contact me at 828-296-4500 or by email at
[e-mail]. Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and
recommendations.
SincereI
Mikal Willmer
Environmental Specialist
Asheville Regional Office
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-296-4500

Enclosed: Inspection Report
cc: Ricky McGuinn, ORC
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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCS00140 Effective: 02/01/15 . Expiration: Q1/31/23 Owner: Town of'Columbus
SOC: Effective: Expiration, Facility: Columbus Collection System
County: Polk. ,, PO Box 146
Region: Asheville
Columbus NC 287220146
Contact Person: Jonathan Kanipe Title: Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: CS1,
Primary ORC: Ricky Allan McGuinn Certification;. 996545 Phone: [phone]
$Qcondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
NC0021369 Town of Columbus - Columbus WWTP
Inspection Date: 04/19/2017 Entry Time 09:50AM Exit Time: 12:10PM
Primary Inspector: Mikal Willmer Phone: [phone]
.Seconday Inspectors):
Daniel J Boss
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: 0 Compliant ❑ Not -Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Performance Standards Operation & Maint Reqmts
Records Monitoring & Rpting Reqmts Inspections
Pump Station, Manhole Lines
(See attachment summary)
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Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 04/19/2017 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
Inspectors, Dan Boss and Mikal Willmer, with the Asheville Regional Office (ARO) conducted a Compliance Evaluation
Inspection of the Town of Columbus' Collection System on April 19, 2017. ORC, Ricky McGuinn, was present and assiste
in the inspection.
Overall the Columbus Collection System is being well maintained. Collection system staff proactively clean and monitor
problem areas within the system.The ORC maintains detailed and accurate records of system maintenance, inspections
and complaints. The town recently purchased a camera as an additional tool to aid in monitoring the system.
The items below should be considered:
The BP Lift Station currently receives over 70% of the collection system's average flow. Average flow for 2016 was 127,000
GPD. The BP lift station averages over 100,000 gpd. An additional 6,000 gpd will be added to this lift station when the JMk is
completed. The previous CIP projected an additional lift station would be built at Tryon Estates to alleviate some of the flow
currently going to the BP lift station. To date, this lift station has not been built. The Town's Collection System permit
requires a CIP to cover an immediate 3-5-year period and address any future collection system needs. An updated CIP
should be generated as soon as possible to meet this requirement.
The current collection system map has not been updated recently. The 0RC mentioned the Town is in the process of
selecting a company to update the system map. An update will be needed to accurately reflect the current projects being
completed over the next couple of years. In the future, the Town may wish to pursue a cloud based GIS mapping system
simplify tracking and system updates.
Inspectors discussed I&I with the ORC during the inspection. The ORC states run times for the BP and Hospital Pump
station almost double during a heavy rain event. Collection system -staff believe this -is mainly due to aging terracotta lines
throughout the system. When the CIP is updated, the town may wish to prioritize I&I issues to reduce flow surges in the
system. Additionally, it is always recommended systems continually evaluate sewer rates to help address current
operation and maintenance needs as well as the needs associated with future growth.
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Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility:Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 04/19/2017 Inspection Type,.. Collection System Inspect Non,Sampling Reason forVisit:-Routine
Inspections Yes No NA NE
Are maintenance records for sewer lines available? ®❑ ❑ ❑
Are records available that document pump station inspections? E ❑ ❑ ❑
Are SCADA or telemetry equipped pump stations inspected at least once a week? ❑ ❑ ❑
Are non-SCADA/telemetry equipped pump stations inspected every day? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are records available that document citizen complaints? . ❑ ❑ ❑
# Do you have a system to conduct an annual observation of entire system? M .❑ ❑ ❑
# Has there been an observation of remote areas in the last year? M ❑ ❑ ❑
Are records available that document inspections of high -priority lines? ❑ ❑ ❑
Has therebeen visual inspections of high -priority lines in last six months? ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: ORC keeps detailed lops of all maintenance events. Right-of-ways are checked regularly. All
citizen complaints are documented in a spiral bound notebook with aerial photographs of the
locations.
Monitoring and Reporting Requirements Yes No NA NE
Are copies of required press releases and distribution lists available? ❑ ❑ ❑
Are public notices and proof of publication available? El ❑ 0 ❑
# Is an annual report being prepared in accordance with G.S. 143-215.1 C? M ❑ ❑ ❑
# Is permittee compliant with all compliance schedules in the permits? ❑ ❑ M ❑
If no, which one(s)?
Flow is under 200,000 gpd, but the system is rated for 800,000 gpd.
Comment: The town uses the Code Red System. for all public alerts and press releases. Only one SSO
above the reportable threshold within the past five years.
Operation & Maintenance Requirements Yes No NA NE
Are all log books available? M ❑ ❑ ❑
Does supervisor review all log books on a regular basis? ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the supervisor have plans to address documented short-term problem areas? - ❑ ❑ ❑
What is the schedule for reviewing inspection, maintenance, & operations logs and problem areas?
Collection System Staff routinely monitor problem areas. ORC has plans to clean Holly Hill this year.
Are maintenance records for equipment available? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is a schedule maintained for testing emergency/standby equipment? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
What is the schedule for testing emergency/standby equipment? weekly
Do pump station logs include:
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 04/19/2017 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Operation & Maintenance Requirements
Yes No NA NE
Inspecting and exercising all valves?
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Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment?
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Is there at least one spare pump for each pump station w/o pump reliability?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are maintenance records for right-of-ways available?
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Are right-of-ways currently accessible in the event of an emergency?
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Are system cleaning records available?
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Has at least 10% of system been cleaned annually?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
What areas are scheduled for cleaning in the next 12 months?
Generators self -test. Collection system staff check all pump stations daily. 11.15% of the collection systems
gravity sewer lines were cleaned in 2016. The Town of Columbus has a standing contract with Maybin's
Emergency Power. The Town also maintains a 100-gallon diesel tank in case of emergencies.
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the plan include:
24-hour contact numbers
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Response time
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.Equipment list and spare parts inventory
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Access to cleaning equipment
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Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
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Source of emergency funds
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Site sanitation and cleanup materials
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Post-overflow/spill assessment
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the spare parts inventory adequate?
M ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: ORC recently updated Town personnel contact information in the SRAP. Inspectors
recommended the ORC specifically lists the reporting requirements for SSOs within the SRAP.
Any amount reaching surface water and 1000 gallons or more reaching ground surface.
Additionally, it is recommended the Division of Water Resources' 24 hr number for reporting
SSOs be included. During normal business hours, the general ARO number should be used.
Inspectors suggested removing the individual contact numbers for DWR personnel, as these
can change.
Performance Standards Yes No NA NE
Is Public Education Program for grease established and documented? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 04/19/2017 .1nspection Type .Collection System lnspect-Non Sampling- Reason for Visit: Routine
Performance Standards
Yes No NA NE
What educational tools are used?
FOGs educational material is posted on the Town's website. Educational materials are also sent out with
bills and are posted in the town's bulletin. In 2015 information on rags and disposable wipes was sent to
problem areas. ORC, Ricky McGuinn, stated the system has seen a reduction in issues related to disposable
wipes since the educational material was distributed.
Is Sewer Use Ordinance/Legal Authority available?
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Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced?
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Is Grease Trap Ordinance available?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is Septic Tank Ordinance available (as applicable, i.e. annexation)
On ❑ ❑
List enforcement actions by permittee, if any, in the last 12 months
ORC states they have not had any enforcements within the past 12 months. Grease build up is mainly from
residential areas. Inspectors recommend, at a minimum, reviewing the ordinances to determine if updates
are needed.
Has an acceptable Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) been implemented?
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Does CIP address short term needs,and long term \"master plan\" concepts?
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Does CIP cover three to five year period?
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Does CIP include Goal Statement?
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Does CIP include description of project area?
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Does CIP include description of existing facilities?
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Does CIP include known deficiencies?
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Does CIP include forecasted future needs?
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Is CIP designated only for wastewater collection and treatment?
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Approximate capital improvement budget for collection system?
Total annual revenue for wastewater collection and treatment?
$567,345.00
CIP Comments
An updated CIP is needed to address current collection system needs and future growth. A previously
projected Tryon Estates pump station addition has not been built. This pump station was projected to
alleviate flow from the BP lift station, which receives most of the collection systems flow. Additionally, the BP
lift station will receive an increased daily flow once the new Jail is completed. Also, there is the potential for
more development in the area currently served by the BP lift station. The Case St. pump station was recently
overhauled and an auto -dialer has been installed on the BP Lift station. The Town has applied for a Golden
Leaf grant to help reroute the Mill St. sewer line. The collection system budget for the year has been used to
repair and replace worn equipment.
Is system free of known points of bypass?
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If no, describe type of bypass and location
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted at ALL pump stations?
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# Does the sign include:
Instructions for notification?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Pump station identifier?
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24-hour contact numbers
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Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 04/19/2017 - Inspection'Type :.Collection. System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Performance Standards
If no, list deficient pump stations
# Do ALL pump stations have an "auto polling" feature/SCADA?
Number of pump stations
Number of pump stations that have SCADA
Number of pump stations that have simple telemetry
Number of pump stations that have only audible and visual alarms
Number of pump stations that do not meet permit requirements
# Does the permittee have a root control program?
# If yes, date implemented?
Yes No NA NE
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Describe:
Comment: The collection system does not have a root control Droaram. ORC reDorts few issues with roots
in the system. Jetter heads used durinq routine system cleaning are designed to remove roots.
The collection system has access to the City of Hendersonville's VAC truck if needed.
Installation of telemetry on all Dump stations would be beneficial to staff for oversight of the
collection system.
Records
Yes No NA NE
Are adequate records of all SSOs, spills and complaints available?
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Are records of SSOs that are under the reportable threshold available?
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Do spill records indicate repeated overflows (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
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If yes; is there a corrective action plan?
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Is a map of the system available?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
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Pipe materials
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Pipe location
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Flow direction
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Approximate pipe age
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Number of service taps
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Pump stations and capacity
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If no, what percent is complete?
90%
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Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 04/19/2017 Inspection °Type :Collection System Inspect NomSamplin9 Reason for Visit: Routine
Records Yes No NA NE
List any modifications and extensions that need to be added to the map
ARO does not have a copy of the detailed collection system map. The collection system map has not_been
updated recently. Approximate pipe age is -not known for the entire system. The system is at least 50 to 60
years old. -Recommend adding pipe age when the map is updated. ORC mentioned the Town is in the
process of selecting a company to update the system map. An update will be needed to accurately reflect the
current projects being completed over the next couple of years. In the future, the Town may wish to pursue a
cloud based GIS mapping system to simplify tracking and system updates.
# Does the permittee have a copy of their permit? M ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: ORC has one on file and a copy can be found on the Town website.
1 - BP Lift Station
Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerie) Lines Yes No NA NE
Is right-of-way accessible for emergency? ) ❑ ❑ ❑
Is right-of-way free of sinkholes or depressions? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is line/right-of-way free of evidence of leakage? M ❑ ❑ ❑
# Are there areas of exposed line? M ❑ ❑ ❑
# Is any exposed line constructed of ductile iron or other approved material? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are water crossing, and supports in good condition? M ❑ ❑ ❑
# Is right-of-way free of non -utility motorized traffic? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is line free of visible damage? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Are there siphons in this system? ❑ ❑ ❑
If yes, are they maintained and documented?
Comment: New line appeared to be in good condition. ORC states the creek under the aerial line can and
does often flood, but to date he has not had any issues with the supports. There is an additional
line next to the new line. Collection system staff believe this line is abandoned. It is
recommended the town verify the line is no'lonaer in use.
1 - Walker St. 1
Manhole
Yes No NA NE
Is manhole accessible?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Is manhole cover/vent above grade?
❑ 0' ❑ ❑
Is the manhole free of visible signs of overflow?
M ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the manhole free of sinkholes and depressions?
M ❑ ❑ ❑
Is manhole cover present?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Is manhole properly seated?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Is manhole in good condition?
M ❑ ❑ ❑
# Is invert in good condition?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is line free -flowing and unrestricted in manhole?
❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 04/19/2017 Inspection Type': Collection System Inspect -Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
1 - Walker St. 1
Manhole Yes No NA NE
Is manhole free of excessive amounts of grease? ®❑ ❑ ❑
Is manhole free of excessive roots? - ' ❑ ❑ ❑
Is manhole free of excessive sand? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is manhole's extended vent screened? - ❑ ❑ ❑
Are vents free of submergence? ❑ ❑ ❑
Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes? •0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: At grade. First manhole•on Walker St. Receives flow from BP lift station. Slight evidence of
corrosion on manhole cover. Pipes showed some signs of corrosion.
2 - Levi Rd.
Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aeriel Lines
Is right-of-way accessible for emergency?
Is right-of-way free of sinkholes or depressions?
Is line/right-of-way free of evidence of leakage?
# Are there areas of exposed line?
# Is any exposed line constructed of ductile iron or other approved material?
Are water crossing and supports in good condition?
# Is right-of-way free of non -utility motorized traffic?
Is line free of visible damage?
# Are there siphons in this system?
Yes No NA NE
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Comment: -18" aerial line runs for about 1,000 ft before enterinq the wastewater treatment plant. Line
appeared to be in good condition. ORC states he has not had any issues with joints due to
stress or corrosion. This line is continually monitored.
2 - Walker St. 2
Manhole
Is manhole accessible?
# Is manhole cover/vent above grade?
Is the manhole free of visible signs of overflow?
Is the manhole free of sinkholes and depressions?
Is manhole cover present?
# Is manhole properly seated?
# Is manhole in good condition?
# Is invert in good condition?
Is line free -flowing and unrestricted in manhole?
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2 - Walker St. 2
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Manhole
Yes No NA NE
Is manhole. free of excessive amounts of grease?
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Is manhole free of excessive roots?
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Is manhole free of excessive sand?0
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-Is manhole's extended vent screened?
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Are vents free of submergence?
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Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes?
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Comment: At grade. Pumps were on and flow was present when manhole was inspected. More evidence of
corrosion within the second manhole on Walker St. This force main is 8".
3 - Case St.
Manhole
Yes No NA NE
Is manhole accessible?
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Is the manhole free of visible signs of overflow?
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Is the manhole free of sinkholes and depressions?
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Is manhole cover present?
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# Is manhole properly seated?
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# Is manhole in good condition?
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# Is invert in good condition?
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Is line free -flowing and unrestricted in manhole?
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Is manhole free of excessive amounts of grease?
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Is manhole free,of excessive roots?
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Is manhole free of excessive sand?
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Is manhole's extended vent screened?
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Are vents free of submergence?
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Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes?
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Comment: At grade. Manhole appeared to be in good condition. Evidence of grease deposits
within the
manhole. This manhole receives flow from surroundina residences.
BP LIFT STATION - BP Gas Station
Pump Station Yes No NA NE
Pump station type Duplex
Are pump station logs available? M ❑ ❑ ❑
Is it accessible in all weather conditions? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Is general housekeeping acceptable? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are all pumps present? I M ❑ ❑l ❑
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Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 04/19/2017 -- Inspection?ype :Collection System Inspect.Non Sampling Reason -for Visit: Routine
BP LIFT STATION - BP Gas Station
Pump Station
Are all pumps operable?
Are wet wells free of excessive debris?
Are upstream manholes free of excessive debris/signs of overflow?
Are floats/controls for pumps/alarms operable?
Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA present?
Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA operational?
Is simple telemetry present?
Is simple telemetry operational?
Are audio and visual alarms present?
Are audio and visual alarms operable?
Is the Pump station inspected as required?
Are backflow devices in place?
Are backflow devices operable?
Are air relief valves in place?
Are air relief valves operable?
# Is an emergency generator available?
Can the emergency generator run the pumps?
Is the pump station equipped for quick hook-up?
Is the generator operable?
# Is fuel in tank and sufficient?
Is the generator inspected according to their schedule?
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted?
Does it include:
Instructions for notification?
Pump station identifier?
Emergency phone number
Is public access limited?
Is pump station free of overflow piping?
Is the pump station free of signs of overflow?
Are run times comparable for multiple pumps?
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date:.04/19/2017 -ins pectiomType :.Collection System:lnspect Non,Sampling. Reason. forVisit: •Routine .
BP LIFT STATION - BP Gas Station
Pump Station Yes No NA NE
Comment: An auto -dialer was recentiv installed at this pumD station. The grinder- upstream of the pump
station was recently replaced (estimated life span of 5 years with current use). While all
components are being maintained there are few items that should be noted. This pump station
receives most of the collection sVstems daily flow (over 100,000 gpd). It will receive an additional
increase. The location of the pumps (inside a brick building) makes maintenance and removal
difficult. Additionally, the pump station sits in a ravine that is not visible from any street.
Air relief valves can help reduce wear on system components from air pockets within the system
and possibly extend the life span of pumps.
CASE ST., LS Case St.
Pump Station
Pump station type
Are pump station logs available?
Is it accessible in all weather, conditions?
# Is general housekeeping acceptable?
Are all pumps present?
Are all pumps operable?
Are wet wells free of excessive debris?
Are upstream manholes free of excessive debris/signs of overflow?
Are floats/controls for pumps/alarms operable?
Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA present?
Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA operational?
Is simple telemetry present?
Is simple telemetry operational?
Are audio and visual alarms present?
Are audio and visual alarms operable?
Is the Pump station inspected as required?
Are backflow devices in place?
Are backflow devices operable?
Are air relief valves in place?
Are air relief valves operable?
# Is an emergency generator available?
Can the emergency generator run the pumps?
Is the pump station equipped for quick hook-up?
Is the generator operable?
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 04/19/2017 Inspection Type.: Collection System -Inspect _Non Sampling Reason for visit: Routine
CASE ST. LS - Case St.
Pump Station
# Is fuel in tank and sufficient?
Is the generator inspected according to their schedule?
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted?
Does it include:
Instructions for notification?
Pump station identifier?
Emergency phone number
Is public access limited?
Is pump station free of overflow piping?
Is the pump station free of signs of overflow?
Are run times comparable for multiple pumps?
Yes No NA NE
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Comment: ORC stated run times have varied recently. InsDectors suaaest ORC continue to monitor run
times to ensure the variation does not increase further. The lift station was completely
overhauled approximately seven months ago. This lift station appears to receive a significant
amount of grease from connected residences. ORC stated the pump station wet well is cleaned
,every one to two weeks. Upstream manhole had some grease deposits, but did not appear to be
excessive or causing obstructions.
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Wiggs, Linda
From: Wiggs, Linda
Sent: Thursday, June 19, 2014 12:40 PM
To: Lewis, Steven
Subject: RE: Columbus CS
ARO recommends renewal of WQCS00140.
Item noted:
CIP/Repairs-I am not sure which if any of the repairs noted in the CIP have been completed. The latest,annual report
says no repairs in 2013.
Map -Not sure if they have another map or layers in a GIS system, but the map submitted is not very complete. I have
not done an inspection of this system, but the last two performed by Jeff and Wanda indicate the map. is ok, so not sure
what they saw.
Spill Plan -has old numbers, names of ARO staff that are no longer here and no 24 hour number.
I am going to print this email off and put it in the file so the next inspector can address these items with the town.
[e-mail]
Environmental Senior Specialist
North Carolina Dept'. of Environment and Natural Resources
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources - Water Quality Regional Operations
2090 U.S. 70 Highway
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Link to Division of water Resources Home Page
http://Porta1.ncdenr.ora/web/wa
Notice: E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and
therefore may be disclosed to third parties.
From: Lewis, Steven
Sent: Thursday, June 12, 2014 8:49 AM
To: Wiggs, Linda
Subject: RE: Columbus CS
At your convenience. Permit doesn't expire until 1/31/15.
From: Wiggs, Linda
Sent: Wednesday, June 11, 2014 5:45 PM
To: Lewis, Steven
Subject: Columbus CS
Hi Steve,
I am in receipt of the Columbus CS permit renewal. When would you like comments by?
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[e-mail]
Environmental Senior Specialist
North Carolina Dept. of Environment and Natural Resources
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources - Water Quality Regional Operations
2090 U.S. 70 Highway
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Link to Division of Water Resources Home Page
http://Porta1.ncdenr.org/web/wq
Notice: E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and
therefore may be disclosed to third parties.

WYWA
NCDE ..
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
June 2, 2014
MEMORANDUM
TO: Landon Davidson, Asheville Regional Office Supervisor
FROM: Deborah Gore, PERCS Unit 'bz�
Subject: Renewal Application Package
Permit Number: WQCS00140
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
The subject collection system permit renewal was received by the central office on May 20, 2014.
A copy of the collection system application package is attached for your records and comments. If
possible, please relay any questions, comments or additional information requests you have to the
permit application reviewer, Steve Lewis [919-807-6308 or [e-mail].
Enclosures:. application package
Cc: PERCS file (electronic)
RECER!ED
Division of Water Resources
JUN - 2 2014
Water OfMI I' Regional Operations
�Ash�;Ole Rpo ona! Office
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Phone: [phone] Internet: wwwmwaterquality.org
An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer — Made in part by recycled paper

Town of Columbus
Collection System Permit Renewal
This package includes two copies of the following:
1. Application
2. Pump Station List
3. High Priority Lines List
4. Annual Budget For Collection System
5. Capital Improvement Plan
6. Spill Response Action Plan
7. Contingency Plan
S. Collection System Map
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RECEIVED/QEii RONR
MAY 2 0 2014
Water Resources
Permitting Section

L APPLICANT INFORMATION:
1. Applicant's name (Municipality, Public Utility, etc): Town of Columbus
2. Facility Information: Name: Ricky McGuinn (ORC) Collection System Permit o.: WQCS00 4.0
3. Applicant type: ® Municipal ❑ State ❑ Privately -Owned Public Utility
❑ County ❑ Other:
4. Signature authority's name: Ricky McGuinn per 15A NCAC 02T .0106(b)
Title: ORC
5. Applicant's mailing address: P.O. Box 146
City: Columbus State: NC Zip: 28722-
6. Applicant's contact information:
Phone number: 828 899-0687 Fax number: 828 894-2797 Email address: [e-mail]
H. CONTACT/CONSULTANT INFORMATION:
1. Contact Name: Ricky McGuinn
2. Title/Affiliation:ORC
3. Contact's mailing address: P.O. Box 146
4. City: Columbus State: NC Zip: 28722-
5. Contact's information:
Phone number:[phone] Fax number: 828 894-2797 Email address: ricky@columbusno com
III. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. New Permit or Premit Renewal? ❑ New ® Renewal
2. County System is located in: Polk County
3. Owner & Name of Wastewater Treatment Facility(ies) receiving wastewater from this collection system:
Owner(s) & Name(s): Town of Columbus
4. WWTF Permit Number(s): nc0021369
5. What is the wastewater type? 100 % Domestic or % Industrial (See 15A NCAC 02T .0103(20))
Lj Is there a Pretreatment Program in effect? ❑ Yes or ® No
6. Wastewater flow: 0.123 MGD (Current average flow of wastewater generated by collection system)
7. Combined permitted flow of all treatment plants: 0.800 MGD
8. Explain how the wastewater flow was determined: ❑ 15A NCAC 02T .0114 or ® Representative Data
9. Population served by the collection system: 1500
IV. COLLECTION SYSTEM INFORMATION:
1. Line Lengths for Collection System:
Sewer Line Description
Length
Gravity Sewer
18.5 (miles)
Force Main
1.5 (miles)
Vacuum Sewer
0 (miles)
Pressure Sewer
0 (miles)
RECEIVEDIDENRIDWR
MAY SO 2014
Water ResourcesAPPLICATION CSA 08-13 Page 3 of 5 Permitting Section

2. Pump Stations for Collection System:
Pump Station Type
Number
Simplex Pump Stations (Serving Single Building)
0
Simplex Pump Stations (Serving Multiple Buildings)
0
Duplex Pump Stations
5
3. Submit a list of all major (i.e. not simplex pump station serving a single family home) pump stations. Include the following
information:
➢ Pump Station Name
➢ Physical Location
➢ Alarm Type (i.e. audible, visual, telemetry, SCADA)
➢ Pump Reliability
➢ Reliability Source (permanent/portable generator, portable pumps)
➢ Capacity of Station
4. Submit a list of all high priority lines according per 15A NCAC 02T .0402 (2) known to exist in the collection system. Head
the list with "Attachment A for Condition V(4)" and include the system name.
➢ Use the same line identification regularly used by the applicant
➢ Indicate type of high priority line (i.e. aerial), material and general location
V. COLLECTION SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION:
1. Provide a brief description of the organizational structure that is responsible for management, operation and maintenance of
the collection system.
The ORC and the Backup ORC handle all the duties of the Collection System including management, operation, and
maintenance. They are helped occasionlly by other staff members of the Public Works Department.
2. Indicate the current designated collection system operators for the collection system per 15A NCAC 08G.0201
Main ORC Name: Ricky McGuinn
Certification Number: 992519
Back -Up ORC Name: James Smith
Certification Number: 988472
3. Approximate annual budget for collection system only: $ 20,000
4. Submit a copy of your current annual budget. -
5. Approximate capital improvement budge for the collection system only: $ 10,000-
6. Submit a copy of your current capital improvement plan.
7. Is this collection system currently a satellite system ❑ Yes or ® No
8. Do any satellite systems discharge to this collection system ❑ Yes or ® No (If yes complete table below)
Satellite System Contact Information (Name, Address, Phone Number)
N/A
Complete for Satellite Systems that have a flow or capacity greater than 200,000 GPD (Average daily flow)
RECEIVE®I®ENND"
9. List any agreements or ordinances currently in place to address flows from satellite systems: MAY Q 2014
N/A
Water ReSgion
Permittingect
APPLICATION CSA 08-13 Page 4 of 5

VI. COLLECTION SYSTEM COMPLIANCE:
1. Is a Response Action Plan currently in place ® Yes or ❑ No
2. If Yes, submit a copy of the Response Action Plan or see table 6 below.
3. Is a pump station contingency plan currently in place? H Yes or ❑ No
4. If Yes, submit a copy of the pump station contingency plan or see table 6 below.
5. Is a comprehensive collection system map currently in place? ® Yes or ❑ No
6. Submit a submit a copy of the collection system map (CD or hardcopy) or indicate a schedule for completion
7. Thoroughly read and review the System -Wide Collection System Permit Conditions. r;yplcally c�liance seheduleej
re onl, offered to EW ermit a lieants and NOT ermit enewal .Any compliance dates must be included within
the permit prior to issuance or the permit holder will be found in violation upon inspection.
Permit Condition
Current
Compliance?
If no, Indicate a
Compliance
Date
Typical
Compliance
Schedule
I(4) — Grease ordinance with legal authority to inspect/enforce
® Yes ❑ No
12 —18 mo.
1(5) — Grease inspection and enforcement program
® Yes ❑ No
12 —18 mo.
I(6) — Three to five year current Capital Improvement Plan.
® Yes ❑ No
12 —18 mo.
1(8) — Pump station contingency plan
® Yes ❑ No
3 mo.
I(9) — Pump station identification signs.
® Yes ❑ No
3 mo.
I(11) — Functional and conspicuous audible and visual alarms.
® Yes ❑ No
3 — 6 mo.
11(5) — Spare pumps for any station where one pump cannot
handle peak flows alone (in a duplex station, the 2"d pump is
the spare if pump reliability is met).
® Yes ❑ No
6 — 9 mo.
II(7) — Accessible right-of-ways and easements.
® Yes ❑ No
6 —12 mo.
H(9) — Response action plan with Items 9 (a — h).
® Yes ❑ No
3 mo.
III(3) — Comprehensive collection system map
® Yes ❑ No
10% per year
For conditions not listed, compliance dates are not typically offered. List any permit conditions that may be difficult for the
applicant to meet (attach clarification if needed):
N/A
VII. APPLICANT'S CERTIFICATION per 15A NCAC 02T .0106(b):
I, Ricky McGuinn (ORC) attest that this application for Town of Columbus
(Signature Authority's Name & Title from Item I.4)
(Facility name from Item 1.1)
has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if all required parts of this
application are not completed and that if all required supporting information and attachments are not included, this application
package will be returned to me as incomplete.
Note: In accordance with NC General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.6B, any person who knowingly makes any false statement,
representation, or certification in any application shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which .may include a fine not to exceed
$10,000 as well as civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation.
Signature: 1 Lt�� 0� • ^^�` Date:
APPLICATION CSA 08-13 Page 5 of 5

May 6, 2014
Collection System Permit No. WQCS00140
Town of Columbus
POB 146
Columbus, NC 28722
- NCDENR Collection System -Form CSA 08/13
Lift Station }List:
Name Address Capacity
'Hospital'L.S. 829 West Mills St. Duplex- 200 gpm
'Highwood'L.S. 15 Pine Tree Lane Duplex- 235 gpm
'BP' L.S. 404 West Mills St. Duplex- 550 gpm
'Case St.' L. S. 160 Case St. Duplex- 20 gpm
Tarm'L.S. 451 Industrial Park- Dr. Duplex- 280 gpm
20hp, 60 TDH

March 26, 2014
Collection System Permit No. WQCS00140
Town of Columbus
POB 146
Columbus, NC 28722
-NC DENR Collection System- Form CSA 08/13
-Attachment A for Section IV.4
-High Priority List -
Aerial: Between MH# 114 & 115- Stream Crossing
Between MH# 287 & 290- Above Ground
,Between MH# 284 & 286- Above Ground
Between MH# 404 & 124- Stream Crossing
Between MH# 121 & 122- Stream Crossing
Between MH# 146 & 149- Stream Crossing
Between MH# 182 & 183- Stream Crossing
Between MH# 350 & 351- Stream Crossing
Between MH# 288 & 289- Stream Crossing

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Sewer Department
60-7130-121
Salaries
112,500.00
60-71.30-123
Salaries OT/PT
17,765.00
80-7130-124
Council Salaries
4,500.00
60-7130-134
Group 401 K
6,,105.00
60-7130-181
FICA Taxes
10,310.00
60-7130-182
Retirement
8,635.00
60-7130-183
Health Insurance
24,240.00
60-7130-186
Workmann's Comp
3,645.00
60-7130-191
Accounting
2,940.00
60-7110-193
Community Alert Notification
630.00
60-7130-199
Professional Services
15,000.00
60-7130-212
Uniforms
1,125.00
60-7130-230
Safety
800.00
60-7130-251
Auto Fuel
5,400.00
60-7130-260
Expend. Equipment and Supplies
1,000.00
60-7130-261
Chemicals
9,000.00
60-7130-262
Maintenance of Equipment
4,000.00
60-7130-270
Lift Stations
3,000.00
60-7130-291
Data Processing Supplies
300.00
60-7130-310
Maintenance of Vehicle
1,500.00
60-7130-321
Telephone
1,800.00
60-7130-322
Postage
1,400.00
60-7130-331
Electricity
44,000.00
60-7130-370
Advertising
400.00
60-7130-390
Lab Services and Testing
10,000.00
60-7130-391
Sludge Hauling
30,000.00
60-7130-430
Equipment Rental
7
60-7130-450
Insurance and Bonds
6,855.00
60-7130-451
Unemployment Reserve
1,270.00
60-7130-460
Staff Development
800.00
60-7130-580
Building Maintenance
1,500.00
60-7130-594
Sewer Line Maintenance
15,000.00-=.
60-7130-607
WWTP Construction
3,165,487.00
Total Sewer Expenses
3,510,907.00
Water & Sewer Debt/Contingency
60-7130-709
D/S Gen. Loan #9
23,375.00
60-7130-710
D/S FPS/Backhoe/Bil-o Sew #10
52,353.00
60-9100-710
Sewer Revolving Loan CWMTF
113,419.00
60-9210-007
D/S Saluda Tryon Water Line
34,070.00
60-9210-497
D/S Town Hall Refin #11
14,227.00
60-9210-498
D/S Town Hall and Barn # 12
11,401.00
60-9210-499
D/S ARRA Loan Manhole Covers
3,741.00
60-9210-500
D/S WWTP Upgrade
-
60-9400-000
Contingency
-
60-9400-010
WWTP Debt Reserve
-
Total Debt/Contingency Expenses
252,586.00
Total Enterprise Revenues
Total Enterprise Expenses
4,129,038.00
4,129,038.00

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Town of Columbus, NC
Capital Improvement Summary
5-Year Prolects
Department
Project Name
Justification
Project Description.
Cost
'Timeline
Replace Farm
Inadequate capacity,
This pumpstation is located in flood prone
Sewer
Pump Station,
envirornnental issues
area subject to flooding, breakdown etc..
$250,000
07-08
Texaco Sewer
Existing sewer collection line needs to be
Sewer
Line
Line is at capacity
replaced with larger line 2,000' & Manlioles
$200,000
07-08
Existing meters are old
Meter
and.are not radio read
Upgrade all meters in the water system to
Water
Re .lacement
capable
radio read.
$32,000/ -
07-12
Signs of infiltration to
Hatch Mill
collection system may
Sewer Line
have old lines from Mill
Repair manholes & Section of line where
Sewer
Rehab
culvert
infiltration is occurring
$250,000
08-09
Additional water storage
capacity needed. to
Upgrade
support Promontory
Upgrade ground water storage tank from
Water
Storage Tank
Development
250,000 gallons to 500,000 gallons..
$150,000
09-10
Old line detoriated,
Houston Road
extend line to increase
Replace old line that is detrorated, subject
Sewer
Sewer
service area
to infiltration, extend line to Houston Rd _
$350,000
09-10
Locust Street
Existing line is not
Extend 6" line approx. 2000 LF to replace
Water
Water Line
ade uate
old 2" line
$25,000
11-12
TryonEstates discharge
is overloading. existing
pump st.. Need pump
New pump Station 1550 4" force main,
Tryon Estates
station for development
33001 of 8" gravity, 9 manholes, property
Sewer
Pump Station
alone
right of ways
$315,000
11-12
10-Year Proiects
Jean
Christopher
Extend 6" collection line from War# to
Sewer
Street Sewer
Future growth
Penial Rd
$100,000
13-14
Penial Road
5,010 LF of 8" collection line, 22
Sewer
Area
No Sewer service in area
manholes, pump station, pavement
$600,000
14-15
Area now served by 2"
Blanton Street
line which is inadequate
6,000 LF of 6" water distrubution on line
Water
Water Line
& no fire protection
with "fire hydrants
$400,000
15-16
Park Street
I
Construct 4000 to 5000 LF of 6" collection
Sewer
Sewer
No Sewer service in area Ilines
to serve gowth in this area
$400,000
17-18
20-Year PrQiects
6,280 of 8" SDR 35 PVC, 22 manlioles,.44
Blanton Dr
service line & Pump Station, cut and
Sewer
Area
No Sewer service in area
replace pavement
$750,000
17-18
Line is detoriated, built
Walker Street
on grade, subject to
Sewer Lines. on Walker ST:is very deep, old
Sewer
Sewer Lines
failure
and,does not have adequate fall.
$150,000
18-19

Town- of Columbus Capital Improvement Plan
Ten Year Projects:
Dept:
Project Name:
Project Description:
Cost:
Timeline:
Water
Water Storage Tank.
Partner with Developer to upsize their storage
tank from 250,000 to 500,000 gal.
$250,000
2013/14
Water
Blanton Street
Water line
600 ft of 6" water line with fire hydrants
$250,000
2014/15
Sewer
Walker Street
Sewer lines
Replace 3,000 ft of 8" line
$300,000
2015/16 _
$800;000
Streets
Resurfacing
$300,000
Sidewalk
$250,000
Total: $2,150,000

Town of Columbus
Spill Response Action Plan (SRAP)
Town of Columbus
95 Walker St.
Columbus, NC 28722
RECEIVED/DENRIDWR
MAY 2 Q 2014
Water Resources
Permitting Section
Revised: 5/15/14

ORGANIZATION OF PLAN _ _ _ ...... .
The key elements are addressed individually as follows:
A. Contact telephone numbers for 24-hour response, including weekends and
holidays.
B. Response time
C. Equipment list and spare parts inventory..
D. Access to cleaning equipment.
E. Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers.
F. Sources of emergency funds.
G. Site sanitation and cleanup materials.
H. Post overflow/ Spill Assessment.
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A. Contacts telephone numbers for 24-hour response, including Weekends
and Holidays.
An overflow and/or spill may be detected by City employees or the
general public. The Town is responsible to act based on received phone calls or
reports on possible sewage overflow and/or spill from the wastewater disposal
system,. and to provide immediate response to investigate and/or correct reported
sewer overflow and/or spill.
Normal Hours (8a.m.-5p.m.)
. Any observer of an overflow and/or spill should call the Town Hall who
will contact the Public Works Department whereby the proper individuals will be
dispatched to the proper location. However if the observer is unsure who to call,'
the observer should contact the Polk County Sheriff s department immediately.
The Sheriff's department will then contact employees of the Town by way of a
list of phone numbers which they are provided.
Off Hours(aft 5p.m.,weekends,holidays)
Any observer of an overflow and/or spill should call the Polk County
Sheriffs Department immediately. The Sheriff's Department will then contact a
Town employee that is designated to be on call from a list which'the Sheriff s
Dept. is provided.

m
I. Authority
This Spill Response Action Plan (SRAP) is prepared pursuant to NCDENR to
facilitate proper incident reporting procedures.
H. Purpose
This plan is to be implemented in the event of a Sanitary Sewer Overflow,
(SSO),or spill within the Collection System. The plan was developed to insure the key
personnel response to every spill event within sixty (60) minutes of a reported event.
IILGeneral
The Spill Response Action Plan (SRAP) is designed to ensure that every
report of a sewage overflow/spill incident is immediately dispatched to the
appropriate Sewer Department personnel for confirmation. Quick response
will minimize the impact on surface waters and on customer service. For
purposes of this SRAP,"confirmed sewage spill" is also sometimes
referred to as "sewer overflow,""overflow,"or"SRAP"
IV. Objectives
The primary objectives of the SRAP is to protect public health and the
environment, satisfy regulatory agencies and waste discharge permit conditions
which address procedures for managing sewer overflows.
Additional objectives of the SRAP are as follows:
- Protect collection system personnel and wastewater -treatment plant.
- Protect the collection system, wastewater treatment facilities and all
appurtenances.
Protect private and public property beyond the collection and treatment
facilities.

V. CONTACTS
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT:
95 WALKER STREET
COLUMBUS, NC 28722
828-894-8236(OFFICE)
828-894-0432(FAX)
TOWN MANAGER: JONATHAN KANIPE
PUBLIC WORKS EMPLOYEES:
ROBERT ROSSETER (PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR) 828-899-0688
PAUL RHODES (WWTP ORC) 828-899-0682
RICKY A. MCGUINN. (COLLECTIONS ORC) 828-899-0687
JAMES R. SMITH JR. (BACKUP ORC) 828-899-0685

V. A. Contacts (confd)
UTILITY PHONE NUMBERS
PUBLIC SERVICE GAS
PSNC ENERGY 1-828-247-4207 Emergency only
1-828-247 -4 224 (FAX)
1-828-674-9817 Jack Holmes (local)
ELECTRICITY
DUKE ENERGY 1-800-777-9898 Emergency only
1-800-769-3766 Power Outage
1-800-653- 5307 Business & Customer
TELEPHONE WINDSTREAM 1-800-347-1991 Business...
1-800-782-6206 24HourRepair
CABLE TELEVISION.
CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS 1-800-955-7766
ULOCO 1-800-632-4949
ENGINEER McGill Associates 1-828-252-0575
NCDENR 1-828-296-4500
REGULATORY AGENCY TO REPORT SANITARY SEWER
OVERFLOW/SPILL
NCDENR
Wanda Frazier
2090 US Hwy.70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone] .

V. .B. Overflow/ Spill Response Procedure
The Overflow/spill Response Procedure presents a strategy for the Town of
Columbus Public Works Department to mobilize labor, materials, tools, and equipment to
correct or repair any condition that may cause or contribute to an unpermitted discharge.
The plan considers a wide range of potential system failures that could create an overflow.
to surface waters, land, or buildings.
In the event of an overflow and/or spill, designated Wastewater Collection .
personnel shall respond to the call within 30 minutes, and the designated personnel must
be on site of the overflow within 2 hours.
C. Equipment List and Spare Parts Inventory
Pumping Stations —Spare Parts Inventory; All Utility Department -pumping
stations are of the "Duplex" type and have reliable operating history. In addition, there
are spare pumps or rotating assemblies for all of the pump stations.
D. Access to Cleaning Equipment
Equipment: US Jetter Sewer Jetter Vac. Unit.
Ford 8000 Pump truck
Caterpillar 420D Backhoe
JCB Backhoe
Chevy 3500 Dump truck
Ford 7000 Dump Truck
2 Ford F250 4x4 Service Trucks
John Deere 5200 Tractor
2 Trash pumps
Ingersoll-Rand Air Compressor
Manhole Ventilators
Gasoline Powered Generators
Lights Mounted On Stands

V. E. Access to Construction Crews, Contractors, and/or Engineers...._,....
Myron Steppe - for Steppe Construction - can be contacted as follows:
Steppe Construction
1157 Hwy 9 North
Mill Spring, NC 28756
1-828-625-4722
R. Marcus Barksdale -for McGill Associates Engineering
McGill Associates
55 Broad Street
Asheville, NC 28801
1-828-296-4500
1-828-216-0486(cell)
F. Sources of Emergency Funds - -
Funds for major emergencies within the Wastewater Collection System are
available in the Enterprise Fund Capital Reserve.
G. Site Sanitation and Cleanup Materials
Material for site sanitation and site cleanup are in stock and readily available
for use as needed.
H. Post -Overflow/ Spill Assessment
Post Overflow/ Spill assessment utilizes the Sanitary Sewer Overflow reporting
process to access, document, and report to the State Regulatory Agency (NCDENR) in
the required timeframe. Contact for NCDENR in our area is:
. Dor—Prtce-
2090 US Hwy. 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
1828=230-0-37-
1-828-299-7043(FAX)

VI. Receipt of Information Regarding an SSO.,
An overflow may be detected by City employees or the general public. The Town
of Columbus is responsible to act based on received phone calls or reports on possible
sewage overflow from the wastewater disposal system, and to provide immediate
response to investigate and/or correct reported sewer overflow.
1. Relevant information available regarding the overflow includes:
a. Time and date call was received
b. Specific location
c. Description of problem
d: Time possible overflow was noticed by the caller
e. Caller's name and phone number
f. Observations of the caller w�
g. Other relevant information that will enable the Town Of Columbus Public
Works Department to quickly locate, assess, and stop the overflow.
This initial information is recorded in the Collection System Sanitary Sewer
Overflow Reporting Form.
2. The Town of Columbus Public Works Department completes the Sewer
Overflow Report within 24 hours of the overflow confirmation and provides the
information to the NCDENR.
If the overflow will affect bathing areas during the bathing season, or public
drinking water intakes, the Town of Columbus shall notify the NCDENR contact person
within two hours of becoming aware of the discharge.
VII. Dispatch of Sewer Maintenance Personnel to Site of Sewer Overflow
Failure. of any element within the wastewater disposal system that threatens
to cause or causes a SSO must trigger an immediate response to isolate and correct the
problem. Personnel and equipment must be available to respond to any SSO locations.
A. Dispatching Maintenance Personnel
1. When the Town of Columbus receives notification of a potential sewer
overflow outlined in Section VI, Town of Columbus Public Works dispatches
maintenance.personnel with appropriate resources as required.

VH. B. Maintenance Personnel Instruction ...-_ _ .._.... .
1. Dispatch maintenance personnel by telephone or radio. Assign and
appropriate personnel, materials, supplies and equipment needed.
2. The telephone operator must verify that the entire message has
been received and acknowledged by the maintenance personnel who were
dispatched. All personnel being dispatched to the site of an SSO proceed
immediately to the site of the overflow. Report any delays or conflicts in
assignments immediately for resolution.
3. In all cases response maintenance personnel report their findings,
including possible damage to private and public property.
C, Additional Resources w
1. The Public -Works Director receives and conveys to appropriate parties
requests for additional personnel, material, supplies, and equipment for
maintenance personnel working at the site of a sewer overflow.
D. Preliminary Assessment of Damage to Private and Public Property
1. The Town maintenance personnel shall use discretion in their
actions as reasonably as they can. They must be aware that the Town could
face increased liability for any further damages inflicted to private property
during such assistance.
2. -The Town maintenance personnel shall not enter private property
for purposes of assessing unless authorized by the by the Public Works
Director.
3. The Town maintenance personnel shall take appropriate still
photographs and/or video footage; if possible, of the sewer overflow impacted
area in order to thoroughly document the nature and extent of impacts. Retain
photographs for filing with the Overflow Report.
E. Field Supervision and Inspection
1. The Public Works Director visits -the site of the sewer overflow to
ensure that provisions of the Overflow Response Plan and other directives are
met.
2. The Public Works Director or Authorized Town Representative
notifying NCDENR within the specified time and submitting the Overflow
Report to NCDENR.

VII. F. Coordination with Hazardous:Material Response __..
1. Upon arrival at the scene of a sewer overflow, should a suspicious
substance (e.g., oil sheen, foamy residue) be found on the ground surface, or should a
suspicious odor (e.g., gasoline) not common to the sewer system be detected, the Town
sewer maintenance crew shall immediately contact the Public Works Director for
guidance before taking further action.
2. Should the Public Works Director determine the need to alert the
hazardous material response team, the maintenance personnel awaits the contracted
hazardous waste team response.
3. Contact the NCDENR.
4. Upon arrival of the hazardous material response.team, the -Town
sewer maintenance personnel take direction from the person with the lead authority of
that team. Only when that authority determines it is safe and appropriate for the Town
sewer personnel to proceed under the SRAP with the contaminant, clean-up activities and
correction.
VIIl. Overflow Correction, Containment, and Cleanup
This section describes specific actions to be performed by the Town of
Columbus personnel during a SSO.
The objectives of these actions are:
- To protect public health, environment and property from sewage
overflows and restore surrounding area back to normal as soon as possible;
- To establish perimeters and control zones with appropriate traffic
cones and barricades, vehicles or use of natural topography (e.g., hills, berms);
- To promptly notify the regulatory'agency with preliminary overflow
information and potential impacts;
- To contain the sewer overflow to the maximum extent possible
including preventing the discharge of sewage into surface waters; and
- To minimize the Town the Columbus's exposure to any regulatory
agency penalties and fines.
Under most circumstances, the Town of Columbus can handle all response
actions with its own maintenance forces. -They have the skills and experience to respond
rapidly and in the most appropriate manner. An important issue with respect to an
emergency response is to ensure that the temporary actions necessary to divert flows and
repair the problem do not produce a problem elsewhere in the system.

VIII. Overflow Correction, Containment, and Cleanup(conit'd)
Circumstances may arise when the Town of Columbus could benefit from the
support of private -sector construction assistance. This may be true in the case of large
diameter pipes buried to depths requiring sheet piling and dewatering should excavation
be required. The town of Columbus may also choose to use private contractors for open
operations that might exceed one day to complete.
A.' Responsibilities of Public Utility Personnel Upon Arrival
1. It is the responsibility of the first personnel who arrive at the site of a
sewer overflow to protect the health and safety of the public by mitigating the impact of
the overflow to the maximum extent possible. Should the overflow not be the
responsibility of the Town of Columbus but there is imminent danger to public health,
public or private property, or the quality of waters of the state, then _the -Public Works
Director takes prudent emergency action until the responsible party`assumes
responsibility and provides actions.
2. Upon arrival at a SSO, the Town Sewer maintenance personnel performs
the following:
a. Determines the cause of the overflow ,e.g. sewer line blockage, pump,
station mechanical or electrical failure, sewer line break, etc.
b. Identifies and requests assistance or additional resources to correct the
overflow or to assist in determination of it's cause.
c. Takes immediate steps to stop the overflow, e.g. relieves pipeline
blockage, manually operates pump station controls, repairs pipe, etc. Extraordinary steps
may be considered where overflows from private property threaten public and safety(e.g.,
and overflowing running off to private property into the public right -of way).
d. Requests additional personnel, materials, supplies, or equipment that
will expedite and minimize the impact of the overflow.

VIII. Overflow Correction, Containment, and Cleanup(cont'd)
B. Initial Measures for Containment
1. Initial measures to contain the overflowing sewage and recover where
possible sewage, which has already been discharged, minimizing impact to public health
or the environment.
2. Determine the immediate destination of the overflow, e.g., storm drain,
street curb gutter, body of water, stream bed, etc.
3. Identify and request the necessary materials and equipment to contain or
isolate the overflow, if not readily available.
4. Take immediate steps to contain the overflow, e.g:1 block or bag'storm
drains, recover through vacuum truck, divert into downstream manhole, etc.—
C. Additional Measures Under Potentially Prolonged Overflow Conditions
1. In the event of a prolonged sewer line blockage or a sewer line collapse,
set up a portable by-pass pumping operation around the obstruction.
2. Take appropriate measures to determine the proper size and number of
pumps required to effectively handle the sewage flow.
3. implement continuous or periodic monitoring of the by-pass pumping
operation as required.
4. Address regulatory agency issues in conjunction with emergency repairs.
D. Cleanup
1. Clean sewer overflow sites thoroughly after an overflow. No readily
identified residue (e.g., sewer solids, papers, rags, plastics, and rubber products ) is to
remain.
2. Whenever possible digital photos should be taken of the area before and
after cleanup.
3. Where practical, thoroughly flush the area and clean of any sewage or
wash -down water. Solids and debris are to be flushed, swept, raked, picked -up, and
transported for proper disposal.
4. Secure the overflow area to prevent contact by members of the public
until the site has been thoroughly cleaned.

VIII. Overflow Correction, Containment, and .Cleanup (cont'd)_ .-....
5. Where appropriate, disinfect and deodorize the overflow site.
6. Where sewage has resulted in ponding, pump the pond dry and dispose
of the residue in accordance with applicable regulations and policies.
IX. Sewage Overflow Report
The Sewer Overflow Report contains information which is required to be
reported to NCDENR.
A. If the overflow will affect bathing during bathing season, or public
drinking water intakes, the Town shall notify the NCDENR contact person orally, within
two hours of becoming aware of the discharge.
B. If the overflow results in a fish kill, notify the NCDENR contact
person within two hours of becoming aware of the discharge.
C. The Public Works Director completes a Sewer System Overflow
Report (Ref. Appendix a). The Director promptly notifies NCDENR when the overflow
is eliminated. Information regarding the sewer overflow includes the following:
1. Determination if the sewage overflow had reached surface waters,
i.e., all overflows where sewage was observed running into surface waters, or there was
obvious indication (e.g. sewage residue) that sewage flowed into surface waters.
2. Determination that the sewage overflow had not reached surface
waters by describing conditions at the sewage overflow, which support this
determination.
3. Determination of the start time of the sewer overflow by one of
the following methods:
a. Date and time information received and/or reported to have
begun and later substantiated by Town sewer maintenance personnel.
b. visual observation.

IX. Sewage Overflow Report (cont'd)
4. Determination of the stop time of the sewer overflow by one of the following
methods:
a. When the blockage is cleared or flow is controlled or contained; or
b. The arrival time of the Town sewer maintenance personnel, if the overflow
stopped between the time it was reported and the time of arrival.
5. Visual observations.
a. An estimation of the rate of sewer overflow in gallons per minute (GPM)
by one of the following criteria.
b. Direct observations of the overflow; or
c. Measurement of actual overflow rate from the sewer main.
6. Determination of the volume of the sewer overflow.
7. Photographs of the event, when possible
8. Assessment of any damage to the exterior areas of public/private property.
Town sewer maintenance personnel shall enter private property for purposes of
estimating damage to structures, floor and wall coverings, and other personal property
without authorization from the Public Works Director.
X. Customer Satisfaction
A. The Public Works Director follows up in person or by telephone with the
entity who was reporting the overflow.
B. The cause of the overflow and its resolution will be disclosed.

XI. Public Advisory Procedure
This section describes the actions the Town. of Columbus will take, in cooperation
with NCDENR to limit public access to areas potentially impacted by unpermitted
discharges of pollutants to surface water bodies from the wastewater collection system.
A. Temporary Signage
1. The Town of Columbus has primary responsibility for determining
when to post notices- of polluted surface water bodies or ground surfaces that result from
uncontrolled wastewater discharges from its facilities. The postings do not necessarily
prohibit use of recreational area, unless posted otherwise, but proved a warning of
potential public health risks due to sewage contamination.
2. The Public Works Director will determine if posting,of a -confirmed
overflow is necessary.
B. Other Public Notification
1. Should the posting of surface water bodies or ground surfaces
subjected to a sewer overflow- be deemed necessary by the Public Works Director, the
Director determines the need for further public notification.
XII. Regulatory Agency Notification Plan
A. The Regulatory Agency Notification Plan establishes procedures,
which the Town of Columbus follows to provide formal notice to NCDENR as necessary
in the event of a SSO.
B. - Agency notifications will be performed in parallel with other internal
notifications. Internal notification and mobilization of Town sewer maintenance
personnel are established in Overflow Response Procedure.
C. Using data supplied during the verification process and updates from
the maintenance personnel, the Public Works Director prepares initial and final Overflow
reports. Initial report will be provided orally to NCDENR and if necessary the local
health department within two (2) hours or 24 hours from the time the Town became
aware of the SSO. .
1. If the overflow will affect bathing areas during the bathing
season, or public drinking water intakes, the Town shall, notify NCDENR contact person
and the Health Department person orally, within two hours of becoming aware of the
discharge.

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XII. Regulatory Agency Notification Plan (cont'd)
2. If the overflow results in a fish kill, notify NCDENR contact
person within two hours of becoming aware of the discharge.
D. Prepare and provide final report to the regulatory agency within
five(5) days after the Town becomes aware of the overflow. Submit by mail. The Public
Works Director prepares written notification to the appropriate agency of any confirmed
overflows. The Director signs these notifications. Regardless of other notifications, a
Report of Noncompliance form is required to be submitted with the monthly Discharge
Monitoring Report.
E. Immediate Notification
1. If the overflow will affect bathing -areas duffing the -bathing
season, or public drinking water intakes, the Town shall notify NCDENR contact person
within two hours of becoming aware of the discharge.
2. If the overflow results in a fish kill, notify NCDENR contact
person within two hours of becoming aware of the discharge.
F. Secondary Notification
1 1. Public Works Director may contact other agencies, as necessary,
as well as other interested and possibly impacted parties.
XIII. Maintenance of SRAP
can include:
A. The SRAP will be reviewed on an annual basis. Possible amendments
1. Change in procedures
2. Change in contact personnel
I. Changes due to regulatory requirements

Contractors
Henson's Inc. [phone]
Mack Henson [phone]
Ellis Fincher Jr. [phone]
Stepp Construction
[phone]
Triple A Septic & Wastewater Removal [phone]
Stacy Price [phone]
Town of Tryon WWTP [phone]
Deborah Bradley [phone]
Joel Burrell [phone]
Fortiline
Waterworks
Sun belt Rentals
Albright Sanitation
[phone]
Bruce Brumbaugh [phone]
[phone]
Richard Truck
[phone]
George Geisler
[phone]

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A. A.
Town of Columbus
Spill Response Plan
Permit # WQCS00140
Standard Operating Procedure
1. Record time of initial call -
2. Contact supervisor or foreman
3. Record time of arrival
4. Assess extent of spill
(a) After initial assessment does it warrant state notification
(b) If spill is on going notify daily
5. Call for additional personnel or contractors
6. Contain and isolate spill if possible
7. Repair damage
8. Clean-up spill area and rope off
9. Complete report and fax to state within 24 hours
10.Perform post spill assessment

Town of Columbus
Emergencies and Contingency Plans
51
Type of Emergency
Contingency Plan Reaction
1
Power failure due to
Contact electricity office or start standby
supply Interruptions
generator
2
Power failure due to
1) Start standby generator
system break down.
2) Inform office
3) Provide tankering away, or pump to nearest
canal if possible
3
Rising main damaged,
1 ) Shut down lift station, provide tankering away,
burst, blocked or leaking
etc.
2) Inform office
3) Keep records of men, time, plant, equipment
and material used
4) Assess why it happened and take measures so
that it does not occur again
4
Pump or component
Inform office
failure -

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NCDENR.
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Secretary
June 20, 2014
(}ivisiprr o; 1'Jaiec iteacustiaS
Mr. Ricky McGuirm -
PO Box 146
Columbus, NC 28722 JUN 2 3 2014
Subject: Permit No. WQCS00140
Town of Columbus
Columbus Collection System
Polk County
Dear Mr. McGuinn:
In accordance with your application received May 20, 2014, we are forwarding herewith Permit No.
WQCS00140, dated June 20, 2014, to the Town of Columbus for the operation and maintenance of
the subject wastewater collection system.
This permit shall be effective from February 1, 2015 until January 31, 2023 and shall be subject to
the conditions and limitations specified herein. It is your responsibility to Thoroughly review this
permit. Please pay particular attention to the monitoring and reporting requirements in this permit
and any compliance schedules shown in bold.
For purposes of permitting, the collection system is considered to be any existing or newly installed
system extension up to the wastewater treatment facility property or point, of connection with a
separately owned sewer system. The collection system is considered':;all gravity lines, pump
stations, force mains, low pressure sewer systems, STEP systems, vacuum systems, etc. and
associated piping, valves and appurtenances that help to collect, manage and transport wastewater to
a wastewater treatment plant under the.Permittee's ownership or maintained and operated by the
Permittee through a perpetual legal agreement. Satellite systems are systems tributary to the
Permittee's collection system but those collection systems are not owned or maintained by the
Permittee. The system description provided on Page 1 of this permit is meant to provide a general
idea about the size of the system and may not be all inclusive of the collection system at the time of
permit issuance or afterward.
A release of wastewater from the wastewater collection system is referred to herein as a Sanitary
Sewer Overflow (SSO). The evaluation of enforcement options after an SSO will be determined
considering the criteria listed in condition I(3)(a) and I(3)(b) of the permit and all other relevant
information available or requested of the Permittee. Compliance with all conditions of the permit as
well as all statutes and regulations pertaining to the collection system must be maintained or
appropriate enforcement actions may be taken as noted in Condition VI(2).
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Phone: [phone]Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
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A reportable SSO is an SSO greater than 1,000 gallons to the ground or an SSO of any amount that
reaches surface water (including through ditches, storm drains, etc.) Below is the procedure to use
for reporting SSOs to the Division:
1. Report by telephone to a Division of Water Resources (DWR) staff member (not email,
facsimile, or voicemail) at your regional DWR office during regular business hours
(Monday to Friday, 8AM to 5PM) as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours
after the SSO 'is'laiown .or discovered. To report outside of regular business hours, call
' (800) 858=0368.
J# 2. Follow up the verbal report by sending a completed written report on the most current
Division approved form within five days.
,!To provide a uniform method for all systems covered under this permit and to provide useful and
consistent information pertaining to SSOs, please utilize form CS-SSO consisting of two parts. Part
I serves to provide to the Division the required information that has always been necessary. Part II
serves as an area to provide a justification for the spill, as optional under Condition I(3) of your
permit. Form CS-SSO can be downloaded from the SSO Reporting area at
http://poltal.nedenr.org/web/wq/sM/ps/es/ssoLgort.
An NOV, civil penalty, and/or a moratorium on the addition of waste to the system may be issued if
adequate justification for an SSO is NOT submitted to the regional office. In order to submit a
claim for justification of an SSO, you must -use Form CS-SSO with additional documentation as
necessary. DWR staff will review the justification claim and determine if enforcement action is
appropriate. Please be advised that the information needed to justify a spill is very comprehensive.
Begin using this form immediately to report SSOs from the collection system. Continue to use our
old form for reporting bypasses at the wastewater treatment plant until further notice. The time
frame for submittal of both Part I and Part II, if pertinent, is five days.
Failure to abide by the conditions in this permit may subject the Permittee to enforcement action. If
any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, you have the right
to request an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty days following the receipt of
this permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of
the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714
Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714. Unless such demands are made, this permit shall be
final and binding.
If you have questions regarding compliance contact your regional office or the Pretreatment,
Emergency Response and Collection Systems Unit of the North Carolina Division of Water
Resources at [phone]. If you need additional information concerning this permit, please
contact Steve Lewis at [phone].

Sincerely,
for Thomas A. Reeder, Director
Division of Water Resources, NCDENR
by Deborah Gore, Supervisor
Pretreatment, Emergency Response, Collection System.Unit
enclosure: Permit No. WQCS00140
cc: Polls County Health Department
Elsheville Regional Office;_Surfaae=Water=Protection=Section
Water Resources Central Files — WQCS00140
Steve Reid, NPDES — Compliance & Expedited Permitting Unit (electronic)
PERCS Files (electronic)

NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
RALEIGH
SYSTEM -WIDE WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM PERMIT
In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North
Carolina as amended, and other applicable Laws, Rules, and Regulations
PERMISSION IS HEREBY GRANTED TO THE
Town of Columbus
Polk County
FOR THE
operation and maintenance of a wastewater collection system consisting of, at the time of permit
issuance, approximately 18.5 miles of gravity sewer, approximately 1.5 miles of force main, 5
duplex pump stations, and all associated piping, valves, and appurtenances required to make a
complete and operational wastewater collection system to serve the Town of Columbus and any
deemed permitted satellite communities pursuant to the application received May 20, 2014 and in
conformity with the documents referenced therein and other supporting data subsequently filed and
approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this
permit.
This permit shall be effective from February 1, 2015 until January 31, 2023, and shall be subject to
the following specified conditions and limitations:
I. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the Town of
Columbus Wastewater Treatment Facility (NC0021369) prior to being disposed into the
receiving stream. This collection system permit will be referenced upon renewal or
modification of your NPDES permit(s).
2. The wastewater collection system shall be effectively managed, maintained and operated at
all times so that there is no SSO to land or surface waters, nor any contamination of
groundwater. In the event that the wastewater collection system fails to perform
satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take
immediate corrective actions, including actions that may be required by the Division of
Water Resources (Division), such as the construction of additional or replacement sewer
lines and/or equipment.

3. The Director may take enforcement action against the Permittee for SSOs that must be
reported to the Division as stipulated in Condition IV(2). This includes SSOs that were
caused by severe natural conditions or exceptional events unless the Permittee
demonstrates through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or other relevant
evidence that:
The SSO was caused by severe natural conditions; there were no feasible
alternatives to the SSO, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities, retention of
untreated wastewater, reduction of inflow and infiltration, use of adequate back-up
equipment, or an increase in the capacity of the system. This provision is not
satisfied if, in the exercise of reasonable engineering judgment, the Permittee
should have installed auxiliary or additional collection system components,
-wastewater retention or treatment facilities, adequate back-up equipment or should
have reduced inflow and infiltration; or
The SSO was exceptional, unintentional, temporary and caused by factors beyond
the reasonable control of the Permittee; the SSO could not have been prevented by
the exercise of reasonable control, such as proper management, operation and
maintenance; adequate treatment facilities or collection system facilities or
components (e.g., adequately enlarging treatment or collection facilities to
accommodate growth or adequately controlling and preventing infiltration and
inflow); preventive maintenance; or installation of adequate back-up equipment;
The Permittee can submit a claim to the Division Regional Office that the SSO meets the
criteria of this condition. The Permittee. has the option of submitting this claim along with the
spill report required by Condition IV(2) (i.e., within five days) in order to be considered for
immunity from enforcement action. Form CS-SSO Part II, or most current Division
approved form, shall be used for any claims. The Permittee has the'burden of proof that the
above criteria have been met.
4. The Permittee shall establish by ordinance _its legal authority to require new sewers be
properly constructed; to ensure proper inspection and testing of sewer mains and service
laterals; to address flows from satellite systems and to take enforcement action as required
by Condition 1(5).
5. The Permittee shall develop and implement an educational fats, oils and grease program
that shall include at least bi-annual distribution of educational material targeted at both
residential and non-residential users. The Permittee shall also develop and implement an
enforceable fats, oils and grease program for non-residential users under which the
Permittee can take enforcement against users who have not properly installed, operated
and maintained grease traps or grease interceptors as directed or otherwise violated the
terms of the local ordinance pertaining to fats, oils and grease.
6. The Permittee shall adopt and implement a Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) to designate
funding for reinvestment into the wastewater collection system infrastructure. The CIP
should address the short-term needs and long-term "master plan" concepts. The CIP
should typically cover a three to five year period and include a goal statement, description
of the project area, description of the existing facilities, known deficiencies (over a
reasonable period) and forecasted future needs. Cost analysis is integral to the CIP.

7. Existing overflow piping from manholes and pump stations, excluding piping to approved
equalization structures, known or discovered after permit issuance shall be immediately
removed or permanently capped. Plugged emergency pumping connections are allowable
for portable pumping or rerouting without intentionally bypassing the wastewater treatment
facility.
8. The Permittee shall maintain a contingency plan for pump failure at each pump station. If
one of the pumps in a pump station containing multiple pumps fails, the process of repairing
or replacing the pump shall be initiated immediately and the new parts or pump shall be
installed as soon as possible. If the pump in a simplex .pump station fails, it shall be
replaced immediately.
9. Each pump station shall be clearly and conspicuously posted with a pump station identifier
and an emergency contact telephone number at which an individual who can initiate or
perform emergency service for the wastewater collection system 24 hours per day, seven
days per week can be contacted. This emergency contact telephone number shall be
coupled with instructions that the emergency contact should be called if the visual alarm
illuminates, if the audible alarm sounds, or if an emergency is apparent.
10. Pump station sites, equipment and components shall have restricted access, per 15A
NCAC 02T .305(h)(4).
11. Pump stations that do not employ an automatic polling feature (i.e. routine contact with
pump stations from a central location to check operational status of the communication
system) shall have both audible and visual high water alarms. The alarms shall be
weather-proof and placed in a clear and conspicuous location. Permits issued for the
construction of pump stations that included high water alarms in the description must
maintain the alarms even if simple telemetry (i.e. notification of an alarm condition initiated
by the pump station control feature) is installed.
12. For all newly constructed, modified and rehabilitated pump stations, all equipment and
components located within the pump station shall be corrosion -resistant and components in
close proximity of the pump station shall be sealed within a corrosion -resistant coating or
encasement.
13. All construction and rehabilitation of the wastewater collection system (i.e., permitted or
deemed permitted) shall be scheduled to minimize the interruption of service by the existing
utilities. Construction and rehabilitation shall not result in the violation of Condition (1)(2) of
this permit.
II. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
Upon classification of the collection system by the Water Pollution Control , System
Operators Certification Commission (WPCSOCC), the Permittee shall designate and
employ a certified operator to be in responsible charge (ORC) and one or more certified
operator(s) to be back-up ORC(s) of the facilities in accordance with 15A NCAC 8G .0201.
The ORC shall visit the system within 24 hours of knowledge of a bypass, spill, or overflow
of wastewater from the system, unless visited by the Back -Up ORC, and shall comply with
all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G .0204.

2. The Permittee shall develop and adhere to a schedule for reviewing all inspection,
maintenance, operational and complaint logs. If the review process results in the
identification of any recurring problem in the wastewater collection system that cannot be
resolved in a short time period, the Permittee shall establish a plan for addressing the
problem(s).
3. The Permittee shall develop and adhere to a schedule for testing emergency and standby
equipment.
4. The Permittee shall develop and implement a routine pump station inspection and
maintenance program, which shall include, but not be limited to, the following maintenance
activities:
a. Cleaning and removing debris. from the pump station structure, outside perimeter,
and wet well;
b. Inspecting and exercising all valves;
c. Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other mechanical equipment according to the
manufacturer's recommendations; and
d. Verifying the proper operation of the alarms, telemetry system and auxiliary
equipment.
_5. For each pump station without pump reliability (i.e. simplex pump stations serving more
than a single building or pump stations not capable of pumping at a rate of 2.5 times the
average daily flow rate with the largest pump out of service), at least one fully operational
spare pump capable of pumping peak flow shall be maintained on hand.
6. The Permittee shall maintain on hand at least two percent of the number of pumps installed,
but no less than two pumps, that discharge to a pressure sewer and serve a single building,
unless the Permittee has the ability to purchase and install a replacement pump within 24
hours of first knowledge of the simplex pump failure or within the storage capacity provided
in any sewer line extension permit.
7. Rights -of -way and/or easements shall be properly maintained to allow accessibility to the
wastewater collection system unless the Permittee can demonstrate the ability to gain
temporary access in an emergency situation where existing land -use conditions do not
allow the establishment and maintenance of permanent access. In this case, the Permittee
shall continue to observe the .lines visually, utilize remote inspection methods (e.g. CCTV)
and use the opportunity of drier conditions to perform further inspections and necessary
maintenance.
8. The Permittee shall assess cleaning needs, and develop and implement a program for
appropriately cleaning, whether by hydraulic -or mechanical methods, all sewer lines. At
least 10 percent of the wastewater collection system, selected at the discretion of the ORC,
shall be cleaned each year. Preventative cleaning is not required for sewer lines less than
five years old unless inspection otherwise reveals the need for cleaning or cleaning is
required by a sewer line extension permit.
9. Adequate measures shall be taken to contain and properly dispose of materials associated
with SSOs. The Permittee shall maintain a Response Action Plan that addresses the
following minimum items:
a. Contact phone numbers for 24-hour response, including weekends and holidays;

b. Response time;
c. Equipment list and spare parts inventory;
d. Access to cleaning equipment;
e. Access to construction crews, contractors and/or engineers;
f. Source(s) of emergency funds;
g. Site 'sanitation and clean up materials; and
h. Post-SSO assessment.
10. The Permittee, or their authorized representative, shall conduct an on -site evaluation for all
SSOs as soon as possible, but no more than two hours after first knowledge of the SSO.
11. In the event of an SSO or blockage within the wastewater collection system, the Permittee
shall restore the system operation, remove visible solids and paper, sanitize any ground
area and restore the surroundings.
III. RECORDS
Records shall be maintained to document compliance with Conditions 1(5), II(2) - 11(4), II(7) -
ll(8), IV(3) and V(1) -V(4). Records shall be kept on file for a minimum of three years.
2. The Permittee shall maintain adequate records pertaining to SSOs, and complaints for a
minimum of three years. These records shall include, but are not limited to, the following
information:
a. Date of SSO or complaint;
b. Volume of wastewater released as a result of the SSO and/or nature of complaint;
c. Location of the SSO and/or complaint;
d. Estimated duration of the SSO;
e. Individual from the Division who was informed about the SSO and/or complaint,
when applicable;
f. Final destination of the SSO;
g. Corrective actions;
h. Known environmental/human health impacts resulting from the SSO; and
i. How the SSO was discovered.
3. The Permittee shall maintain an up-to-date, accurate, comprehensive map of its wastewater
collection system that also notes the locations where other wastewater collection systems
become tributary. If a comprehensive map of the collection system has not been
established, a rough sketch shall be drawn. The Permittee shall map approximately 10
percent of its existing collection system each year for the next ten years beginning at the
original permit issuance date, or until complete, whichever is sooner. The comprehensive
map shall include, but is not limited to: pipe size, pipe material, pipe location, flow direction,
approximate pipe age, number of active service taps, and each pump station identification,
location and capacity.
4. The Permittee shall maintain records of all of the modifications and extensions to the
collection system permitted herein. The Permittee shall maintain a copy of the construction
record drawings and specifications for modifications/extensions to the wastewater collection
system for the life of the modification/extension. Information concerning the extension shall
be incorporated into the map of the wastewater collection system within one year of the
completion of construction. The system description contained within this permit shall be
updated to include this modification/extension information upon permit renewal.

IV. MONITORING AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
1. Any monitoring (including, but not necessarily limited to, wastewater flow, groundwater,
surface water, soil or plant tissue analyses) deemed necessary by the Division to ensure
surface water and groundwater protection will be established, and an acceptable sampling
and reporting schedule shall be followed.
2. The Permittee shall verbally report to a Division of Water Resources staff member at the
Asheville Regional Office, at telephone number [phone] as soon as possible, but in
no case more than 24 hours following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence
of either of the following:
a. Any SSO and/or spill over 1,000 gallons; or
b. Any SSO and/or spill, regardless of volume, that reaches surface water.
Voice mail messages or faxed information shall not be considered as the .initial verbal
report. SSOs (and other types of spills) occurring outside normal business hours may also
be reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number (800) 858-
0368 or [phone]. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill
report by completing 'Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form),
within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report shall outline the
actions taken or proposed to ensure that the problem does not recur. Per Condition 1(3),
Part II of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form) can also be
completed to show that the SSO was beyond control.
3. The Permittee shall meet the annual reporting and notification requirements provided in
North Carolina General Statute §143-215.1 C.
V. INSPECTIONS
The Permittee or the Permittee's designee shall inspect the wastewater collection system
regularly to reduce the risk of malfunctions and deterioration, operator errors, and other
issues that may cause or lead to the release of wastes to the environment, threaten human
health or create nuisance conditions. The Permittee shall keep an inspection log or
summary including, at a minimum, the date and time of inspection, observations made, and
any maintenance, repairs, or corrective actions taken by the Permittee.
2. Pump stations without Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems or
telemetry shall be inspected everyday (i.e. 365 days per year). Pump stations equipped
with SCADA systems or telemetry shall be inspected at least once per week.
3. A general observation of the entire collection system shall be performed throughout the
course of every year.
4. Inspections of all high priority lines (i.e. aerial line, sub -waterway crossing, line contacting
surface waters, siphon, line positioned parallel to stream banks that are subject to eroding
in such a manner that may threaten the sewer line, or line designated as high -priority in a
permit) shall be performed at least once per every six-month period of time. A list of high -
priority lines is presented as Attachment A and is hereby incorporated into this permit
condition. New high priority lines installed or identified after permit issuance are
incorporated by reference and subject to this permit condition until permit renewal where
they shall be referenced in writing in Attachment A. t

VI. GENERAL CONDITIONS
This permit is not transferable. In the event that the Permittee desires to transfer ownership
of the wastewater collection system or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal
permit modification request shall be submitted to the Division. The request shall be
accompanied by documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials
as may be appropriate. Such request will be considered on its merits and may or may not
be approved.
2. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit may subject the
Permittee to an enforcement action by ,the Division in accordance with North Carolina
General Statute §143-215.6A through §143-215.6C, and a sewer moratorium may be
established. 11.
3. The issuance of this permit does not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all
statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that may be imposed by other' government
agencies (i.e., local, state, and federal) having jurisdiction, including but not limited to
applicable river buffer rules in 15A NCAC 2B .0200, soil erosion and sedimentation control
requirements in 15A NCAC Chapter 4 and under the Division's General Permit
NCG010000, and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 2B .0200.and
15A NCAC 02T .0100 and all applicable North Carolina Occupational Safety and Health Act
health and safety standards.
4. The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the Division from reopening and modifying the
permit, revoking and reissuing the permit or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws,
rules, and regulations contained in 15A NCAC 02T .0100 and North Carolina General
Statute §143-215.1 et. al., or as needed to address changes in federal regulations with
respect to the wastewater collection system.
5. The Permittee shall pay the annual fee within thirty (30) days after being billed by the
Division. Failure to pay the fee accordingly may cause, the Division to initiate action to
revoke this permit as specified by 15A NCAC 02T..0110(4).
6. The Permittee shall request renewal of this permit at least six months prior to the expiration
of this permit. Upon receipt of the request, the Commission will review the adequacy of the
wastewater collection system described therein, and if warranted., will extend the permit for
a period of time and under such conditions and limitations, as the Commission may deem
appropriate.
7. The Permittee shall notify the Division's Pretreatment, Emergency Response and Collection
Systems Unit in writing at 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 of
any changes to the name and/or address of the responsible party (i.e. mayor, city/town
manager) of the wastewater collection system.
8. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or representative of the Division may, upon
presentation of credentials, 'enter and inspect any property, premises or place on or related
to the collection system at any reasonable time for the purpose of determining compliance
with this permit, may inspect or copy any records that must be maintained under the terms
and conditions of this permit, and may obtain samples of wastewater, groundwater, surface
water, soil, or plant tissue.

Permit issued this the 20t" of June, 2014
NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
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for Thomas A. Reeder, Director
Division'of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
by Deborah Gore, Pretreatment, Emergency Response, Collection System Unit Supervisor
Division of Water Resources, NCDENR
Permit Number WQCS00140 (Renewal)

May 6, 2014
Collection System Permit No. WQCS00140
Town of Columbus
POB 146
Columbus, NC 28722
- NCDENR Collection System -Form CSA 08/13
Lift Station List:
Name Address
'Hospital'L.S. 829 West Mills St.
'Highwood'L.S. 15 Pine Tree Lane
'BP' L.S. 404 West Mills St.
'Case St.' L. S. 160 Case St.
'Farm'L.S. 451 Industrial Park Dr
Capacity-
Duplex- 200 gpm 20hp, 60 TDH
Duplex- 235 gpm
Duplex- 550 gpm
Duplex- 20 gpm
Duplex- 280 gpm
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March 26, 2014
Collection System Permit Into. WQC800140
Town of Columbus
P®B 146
Columbus, NC 28722
-NC DENR Collection Svstem- Form CSA 08/13
-Attachment A for Section_IV.4
-High Priority List -
Aerial: Between MH#-114 & 115- Stream Crossing
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Between MH# 287 & 290- Above Ground
Between MH# 284 & 286- Above Ground
Between MH# 404 & 124- Stream Crossing
Between MH# 121 & 122- Stream Crossing
Between MH# 146 & 149- Stream Crossing
Between MH# 182 & 183- Stream Crossing
Between MH# 350 & 351- Stream Crossing
Between MH# 288 & 289- Stream Crossing

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Pat McCrory Charles Wakild, P.E. John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Director Secretary
May 16, 2013
Mr. Jonathan Kanipe,
Town Manager
Town of Columbus
PO Box 146
Columbus NC 28722
SUBJECT: Town of Columbus Collection System
Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Permit No: WQCS00140
Polk County
Dear Mr. Kanipe
Enclosed please find a copy of the Collection System Compliance Evaluation Inspection
report from the inspection conducted on April 19, 2013. The facility was found to be in
compliance with permit WQCS00140.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments,
If you or your staff should have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4500 extension 4662.
Sincerely, 0
Wanda P. Frazier
Environmental Specialist
Enclosure
cc: Ricky Allan McGuinn, ORC
Central Files
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SURFACE WATER PROTECTION — ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 jvOnTkllCar011Tla
Phone: [phone]\FAX: [phone]
Internet: www.ncwaterguality.org

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCS00140 Effective: 02/01/10 Expiration: 01/31/15 Owner: Town of Columbus
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Columbus Collection System
County: Polk PO Box 146
Region: Asheville
Columbus NC 287220146
Contact Person: Jonathan Kanipe Title: Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: CS1,
PrimaryORC: Ricky Allan McGuinn, Certification: 996545 Phone: [phone]
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
NCO021369 Town of Columbus - Columbus WWTP
Inspection Date: , 04/19/2013 EntryTime: 11:15 AM Exit Time: 01:151PM
Prima Inspector: Wanda P Frazier / d
Primary Ins Phone: [phone] P �G2./��� - - tsrf sj: ''�1� Ext.4662
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: ® Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
® Miscellaneous Questions ® Performance Standards Operation & Maint Reqmts ® Records
Monitoring & Rpting ® Inspections ® Pump Station
Regmts
(See attachment summary)
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Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 04/19/2013 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
The Collection System (WQCS00140) is a class 1 system.
Size and Type:
The collection system consists of 18.309 miles of 4 inch to 18 inch dia gravity sewer lines.
There are 1.414 miles of 2 inch to 6 inch dia force main.
Pipes are made of pvc, clay, DIP (ductile iron pipe), and ADS (HDPE) pipe.
Pump Stations: There are 5 duplex pump stations, named:
Hospital @ 829 West Mills St. — 200 gpm (140 KW diesel portable gen);
Highwood @ 15 Pine Tree Lane — 150 gpm (no gen);
BP / 1-26 @ 404 West Mill St. — 400 gpm (250 KW Katolight diesel gen);
Case @ 160 Case St. —100 gpm (20 KW Olympian diesel gen); and
Farm / Hidden Valley Ln @ 451 Ind Pk Dr — 280 gpm (135 KW diesel gen).
Maintenance / Inspections / I&I:
Infiltration and inflow averages (2012) — 10,000 gpd.
The Town began camera / video maintenance of the collection system in 2007.
Over 11,000 ft of lines were cleaned in 2012 (12.29%).
There are 9 aerial high priority lines, which are inspected routinely.
Mapping: The GIS and other sewer maps were prepared by Hobbs & Upchurch.
Operators: Coll. Sys. ORC: Ricky A. McGuinn; CS 4 Cert. # 996545
Coll. Sys. Back-up ORC: James R. Smith; CS 1 Cert. # 988472
Inspector Comments:
It is recommended that the Town purchase a camera that would access up to 200 feet of sewer
line.
There were no SSOs in 2012.
The ORC / Collections Supervisor maintains excellent records, which were organized, neat and
easily accessed.
The Town employees are doing an excellent job of properly operating and maintaining the
collection system.
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Permit: WQCS00140 owner - Facility: Town of Columbus'
Inspection Date: 04/19/2013 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Performance Standards Yes No NA NE
Is Public Education Program for grease established and documented? ® n n n
.What educational tools are used?
Twice a year the Town posts a public notice in the Tryon Daily Bulletin detailing the proper disposal of
FOG. The Town's web site contains FOG information. In addition, letters are mailed to the residents of FOG
trouble areas, i.e. Ashley Meadows (low income housing). The Sewer Use Ordinance addresses FOG and
was passed 11-6-1997.
Is Sewer Use Ordinance/Legal Authority available? ® n n n
Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced? ® n n ❑
Is Grease Trap Ordinance available? ® n n n
Is Septic Tank Ordinance available (as applicable, i.e. annexation) n.. n n
List enforcement actions by permittee, if any, in the last 12 months
FOG and grease trap warning letters were sent in 2012.
Has an acceptable Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) been implemented?
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Does CIP address short term needs and long term \"master plan\" concepts?,
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Does CIP cover three to five year period?
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Does CIP include Goal Statement?
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Does CIP include description of project area?
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Does CIP include description of existing facilities?
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Does CIP include known deficiencies?
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Does CIP include forecasted future needs?
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Is CIP designated only for wastewater collection and treatment?
n
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Approximate capital improvement budget for collection system?
$481,385.00
Total annual revenue for wastewater collection and treatment?
$526,625.00
CIP Comments
The CIP covers the years 2008 to 2016 and includes the streets department budget. When grant funding is
obtained, the Town will replace the sewer line located underneath a local business (Steps To Hope) building.
Is system free of known points of bypass?
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n
n
n
If no, describe type of bypass and location
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted at ALL pump stations? ® n n n
# Does the sign include:
Instructions for notification? M n n n
Pump station identifier? ® n n n
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Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 04/19/2013 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
24-hour contact numbers n n n
If no, list deficient pump stations
# Do ALL pump stations have an "auto polling" feature/SCADA?
Number of pump stations
Number of pump stations that have SCADA
Number of pump stations that have simple telemetry
Number of pump stations that have only audible and visual alarms
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Number of pump stations that do not meet permit requirements
# Does the permittee have a root control program?
# If yes, date implemented?
Describe:
The Town uses a jetter to clean and maintain the sewer collection system and to remove root intrusion.
Comment: The pump stations are checked 7 days a week.
Inspections
Are maintenance records for sewer lines available?
Are records available that document pump station inspections?
Are SCADA or telemetry equipped pump stations inspected at least once a week?
Are non-SCADA/telemetry equipped pump stations inspected every day?
Are records available that document citizen complaints?
# Do you have a system to conduct an annual observation of entire system?
# Has there'been an observation of remote areas in the last year?
Are records available that document inspections of high -priority lines?
Has there been visual inspections of high -priority lines in last six months?
Comment:
Operation & Maintenance Requirements
Are all log books available?
Does supervisor review all log books on a regular basis?
Does the supervisor have plans to address documented short-term problem areas?
What is the schedule for reviewing inspection, maintenance, & operations logs and problem areas?
The supervisor reviews and maintains records on a daily to weekly basis.,
Are maintenance records for equipment available?
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Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 04/19/2013 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Is a schedule maintained for testing emergency/standby equipment? ® n n n
What is the schedule for testing emergency/standby equipment? weekly
Do pump station logs include:
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal?
® n n n
Inspecting and exercising all valves?
® n n n
Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment?
®❑ n n
Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment?
® n n n
Is there at least one spare pump for each pump station w/o pump reliability?.
®n n rl
Are maintenance records for right-of-ways available?
® n ❑ n
Are right-of-ways currently accessible in the event of an emergency?
■ n n n
Are system cleaning records available?
■ ❑ n n
Has at least 10% of system been cleaned annually?
®.n n n
What areas are scheduled for cleaning in the next 12 months?
In 2012, the Town cleaned 1.8 miles (12.29%) of the collection system. In 2013; the Town plans to clean
the same trouble areas (restaurants, low income housing), complaint areas and in addition, areas not
previously cleaned. The goal is to clean at least 10% annually, and to have the entire system cleaned every
10 years. Four of the five pump station generators self -test weekly; the other one is tested manually each
week. On March 28,'2012, Fred Summers, NCDRWA, assisted the. Town with camera work in the collection
system.
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
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Does the plan include:
24-hour contact numbers
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Response time
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Equipment list and spare parts inventory
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Access to cleaning equipment
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Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
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Source of emergency funds
n
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Site sanitation and cleanup materials
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Post-overflow/spill assessment
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Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
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Is the spare parts inventory adequate?
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Comment:
Records -
Yes
No
NA
NE
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Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 04/19/2013 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit:
Routine
Are adequate records of all SSOs, spills and complaints available?
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Are records of SSOs that are under the reportable threshold available?
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Do spill records indicate repeated overflows (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
n
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If yes, is there a corrective action plan?
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Is a map of the system available?
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n
n
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Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
Pipe materials
Pipe location
Flow direction
Approximate pipe age
Number of service taps
Pump stations and capacity
If no, what percent is complete?
List any modifications and extensions that need to be added to the map
Not all of the pipe materials are indicated on the map, but most are known and indicated.
# Does the permittee have a copy of their permit?
Comment:
Monitoring and Reporting Requirements
Are copies of required press releases and distribution lists available?
Are public notices and proof of publication available?
# Is an annual report being prepared in accordance with G.S. 143-215.1 C?
# Is permittee compliant with all compliance schedules in the permits?
If no, which one(s)?
Comment:
BP / 1-26 - 404 !Nest Mills Street
Pump Station
Pump station type
Are pump station logs available?
Is it accessible in all weather conditions?
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Inspection Date: 04/19/2013 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit:
Routine
# Is general housekeeping acceptable?
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Are all pumps present?
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Are all pumps operable?
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Are wet wells free of excessive debris?
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Are floats/controls for pumps/alarms operable?
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Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA present?
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Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA operational?
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Is simple telemetry present?
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Is simple telemetry operational?
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Are audio and visual alarms present?
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Are audio and visual alarms operable?
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Is the Pump station inspected as required?
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Are backflow devices in place?
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Are backflow devices operable?
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Are air relief valves in 'place?
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Are air relief valves operable?
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# Is an emergency generator available?
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Can the. emergency generator run the pumps?
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Is the pump station equipped for quick hook-up?
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Is the generator operable?
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# Is fuel in tank and sufficient?
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Is the generator inspected according to their schedule?
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Is a 24-hour notification sign posted?
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Does it include:
Instructions for notification?
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Pump station identifier?
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Emergency phone number
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Is public access limited?
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Is pump station free of overflow piping?
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Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 04/19/2013 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit:
Routine
Is the pump station free of signs of overflow?
n
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Are run times comparable for multiple pumps?
yes
Comment:
CASE -160 Cast Street
Pump Station
Yes
No
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Pump station type
Duplex
Are pump station logs available?
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Is it accessible in all weather conditions?
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# Is general housekeeping acceptable?
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Are all pumps present?
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Are all pumps operable?
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Are:wet wells free of excessive debris?
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Are upstream manholes free of excessive debris/signs of overflow?
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Are floats/controls for pumps/alarms operable?
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Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA present?
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Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA operational?
n
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Is simple telemetry present?
n
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Is simple telemetry operational?
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Are audio and visual alarms present?
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Are audio and visual alarms operable?
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Is the Pump station inspected as required?
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Are back -flow devices in place?
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Are backflow, devices operable?
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Are air relief valves in place?
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Are air relief valves operable?
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Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 04/19/2013 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Is the generator inspected according to their schedule? ®n n n
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted? ® ❑
Does it include:
Instructions for notification?
Pump station identifier?
Emergency phone number
Is public access limited?
Is pump station free of overflow piping?
Is the pump station free of signs of overflow?
Are run times comparable for multiple pumps?
Comment:
yes
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ENLE COPY
NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
April 5, 2010
Bob Shepherd
Town of Columbus
PO Box 146
Columbus, NC 28722-0146
-----SUBJECT:--. _Compliance. Evaluation -Inspection
Columbus Collection System
Permit No: WQC800140
Polk County
Dear Mr.Shepherd:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection conducted
on March 18, 2010. The facility appeared to be in Compliance with permit NC0021369.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and
comments. If you or your staff have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
JefF Menzel
Environmental Specialist
Enclosure
cc: Robert Rosseter, Utilities Director
Central -Files
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„/SURFACE WATER PROTECTION — ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Q]` Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 OnrthCaroliria
Phone: [phone]\FAX: [phone]\Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 a,
Internet: www.ncwaterouality.org S:\SWP\Polk\Collection Systems\Columbus Collection System\WQCS00140 CEI 03-18- �/ Vatmally

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCS00140 Effective: 02/01/10 Expiration: 01/31/15 Owner: Town of Columbus
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Columbus Collection System
County: Polk PO Box 146
Region: Asheville
Columbus NC 287220146
Contact Person: Wendell D Pace Title: Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: CS1,
Primary ORC: Ricky Allan McGuinn Certification: 989005 Phone: [phone]
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
NC0021369 Town of Columbus - Columbus WWTP
Inspection Date: 03/17/2010 Entry Time: 12:00 PM Exit Time: 02:00 PM
Primary Inspector: Jeff Menzel av,Y/O! td Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspectors):
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: ■ Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Performance Standards Operation & Maint Reqmts Records
■ Monitoring & Rpting Inspections -Pump Station Manhole
Reqmts
Lines ,
(See attachment summary)
Page: 1

Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 03/17/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
The Town is doing a very good job of maintaining its sewer collection system. As noted in previous inspection reports the
Town would benefit in owning a closed circuit sewer camera to expedite maintenance and ultimately save money.
This office supports the Town in trying to acquire grants to upgrade its waste water collection system and would like to
offer whatever assistance we may.
No violations of permit requirements or applicable regulations were observed during this inspection.
Page: 2

Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 03/17/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Performance Standards Yes No NA NE
Is Public Education Program for grease established and documented? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
What educational tools are used?
Information is available on the Town's website.
Is Sewer Use Ordinance/Legal Authority available? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is Grease Trap Ordinance available? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is Septic Tank Ordinance available (as applicable, i.e. annexation) ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
List enforcement actions by permittee, if any, in the last 12 months
Has an acceptable Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) been implemented?
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Does CIP address short term needs and long term Tmaster plan\" concepts?
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Does CIP cover three to five year period?
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Does CIP include Goal Statement?
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Does CIP include description of project area?
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Does CIP include description of existing facilities?
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Does CIP include known deficiencies?
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Does CIP include forecasted future needs?
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Is CIP designated only for wastewater collection and treatment?
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Approximate capital improvement budget for collection system?
Total annual revenue for wastewater collection and treatment?
CIP Comments
If not doing so already, the Town should appropriate funds on a yearly basis for ongoing sewer line
maintenance.
Is system free of known points of bypass? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
If no, describe type of bypass and location
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted at ALL pump stations? ■ Q ❑ ❑
# Does the sign include:
Instructions for notification? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Pump station identifier? ■ ❑. ❑ ❑
24-hour contact numbers ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
If no, list deficient pump stations
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Permit: WQCS00140 Owner -Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 03/17/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for'Visit: Routine
# Do ALL pump stations have an "auto polling" feature/SCADA? ❑ ■ ❑ ❑
Number of pump stations 51
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Number of pump stations that have SCADA 1
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Number of pump stations that have simple telemetry 4
Number of pump stations that have only audible and visual alarms 4
Number of pump stations that do not meet permit requirements 0
# Does the permittee have a root control program? ❑ ❑ ❑ ■
# If yes, date implemented?
Describe:
Comment: 4 out of the 5 pump stations have generators present for back up power.
The generators should be exercised and put under load on a regular basis.
Inspections
Yes No
NA
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Are maintenance records for sewer lines available?
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Are records available that document pump station inspections?
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Are SCADA or telemetry equipped pump stations inspected at least once a week?
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Are non-SCADA/telemetry equipped pump stations inspected every day?
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Are records available that document citizen complaints?
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# Has there been an observation of remote areas in the last year?
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Are records available that document inspections of high -priority lines?
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Has there been visual inspections of high -priority lines in last six months?
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Comment: Routine inspections are being conducted as required by the permit.
Operation & Maintenance Requirements
Yes No
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Are all log books available?
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Does supervisor review all log books on a regular basis?
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Does the supervisor have plans to address documented short-term problem areas?
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What is the schedule for reviewing inspection, maintenance, & operations logs and problem areas?
weekly
Are maintenance records for equipment available?
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Is a schedule maintained for testing emergency/standby equipment?
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What is the schedule for testing emergency/standby equipment?
weekly
Page: 4

Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 03/17/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Do pump station logs include:
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Inspecting and exercising all valves?
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Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment?
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Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment?
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Is there at least one spare pump for each pump station w/o pump reliability?
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Are maintenance records for right-of-ways available?
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Are right-of-ways currently accessible in the event of an emergency?
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Are system cleaning records available? ■ .❑ ❑ ❑
Has at least 10% of system been cleaned annually? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
What areas are scheduled for cleaning in the next 12 months?
26% of the system was cleaned in 2009, This system has not had a sewer overflow in the last 12 months.
Is'a Spill Response'Action Plan available?
Does the plan include:
24-6our contact numbers
Response time
Equipment list and spare parts inventory
Access to cleaning equipment
Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
Source of emergency funds
Site sanitation and cleanup materials
Post-overflow/spill assessment
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
Is the spare parts inventory adequate?
Comment:
Records
Are adequate records of all SSOs, spills and complaints available?
Are.records of SSOs that are under the reportable threshold available?
Do spill records indicate repeated overflows (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
If yes, is there a corrective action plan?
Is a map of the system available?
"Yes No NA. NE
Page: 5

Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
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Inspection Date: 03/17/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
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Reason for Visit: Routine
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
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Flow direction
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Approximate pipe age
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Pump stations and capacity
If no, what percent is complete?
List any modifications and extensions that need to be added to the map
The Town of Columbus has a very good sewer map,
# Does the permittee have a copy of their permit?
Comment:
Monitoring and Reporting Requirements
Are copies of required press releases and distribution lists available?
Are public notices and proof of publication available?
# Is an annual report being prepared in accordance with G.S. 143-215.1C?
# Is permittee compliant with all compliance schedules in the permits?
If no, which one(s)?
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Incident Report
Report Number: 201001151
Incident Type: Complaint
On -Site Contact:
Category: Surface Water
First/Mid/Last Name:
Incident Started: 03/16/2010
Company Name:
County: Polk
Phone:
City:
Pager/Mobile Phone:
/
Farm #:
Responsible Party:
Reported By:
Owner:
First/Mid/Last Name:
David Pschirer
Permit:
Company Name:
Facility:
Address:
430 Larson Ln
First Name:
Middle Name:
City/State/Zip:
Tryon NC 28782
Last Name:
Phone:
Address
Pager/Mobile Phone:
/ [phone]
City/State/Zip:
Phone:
Material Category: Estimated Qty: UOM
DD:MM:SS Decimal
Latitude:
Longitude:
Location of Incident: Stockton Road
Address: Stockton Rd
City/State/Zip
Chemical Name Reportable Qty. lbs. Reportable Qty. kgs.
Position Method:
Position Accuracy:
Position Datum:
NC 28782
Report Created 03/18/10 07:49 AM Page I

Cause/Observation: Directions:
first trailer on right putting wash water in creek.
Action Taken:
Incident Questions:
Did the Material reach the Surface Water? Yes
Surface Water Name? Whiteoak Creek
Did the Spill result in a Fish Kill? Unknown
If the Spill was from a storage tank indicate type.
Containment? Unknown
Cleanup Complete? Unknown
Water Supply Wells within 1500ft: Unknown
Comments:
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Estimated Number of fish?
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Groundwater Impacted :
Event Type Event Date Due Date Comment
Report Received
Referred to Regional Office - Primary Contact
Report Entered 2010-03-18 08:48:15
Incident Start 2010-03-16 12:00:00
Report Created 03/18/10 07:49 AM Page 2

Standard Agencies Notified:
Agency Name Phone
Other Agencies Notified:
Agency Name Phone
DWQ Information:
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First Name M.I. Last Name Contact Date
First Name M.I. Last Name Contact Date
Report Taken By: Report Entered By: Regional Contact:
Jeff Menzel Jeff Menzel
Phone:
Date/Time: 2010-03-18 08:48:15 AM
Referred Via:
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2009 COLLECTION SYSTEM ANNUAL RED a E
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THE TOWN OF COLUMBUS::
F; FEB 15 2010
95 WALKER ST
a,! WATER QUALITY SECTION
REGIONAL OFFIC
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COLUMBUS, NC 28722 Q FEB 122010
1. GENERAL INFORMATION
FACILITY / SYSTEM NAME
RESPONSIBLE ENTITY:
COLLECTION SYSTEM ORC:
WASTEWATER PLANT ORC:
APPLICABLE PERMITS:
TOWN OF COLUMBUS
COLUMBUS WWTP
355 LEVI RD.
COLUMBUS, NC 28722
RICKY A MCGUINN (828) 899 — 0687
PAUL RHODES (828) 899- 0682
COLLECTION SYSTEM - # W4C-500146
WASTEWATER PLANT- # NCO021369
DESCRIPTION OF COLLECTION SYSTEM: Columbus's wastewater is transmitted to the
treatment through 18.2 miles of 4 to 18 inch diameter pipe. The Collection System also consists
of 5 lift stations to move the wastewater to the treatment plant. Overall, the collection system
is in good condition, with one main line in the western section of town having been replaced in
2004. ,
DESCRIPTION OF WWTP: The Wastewater Plant is a class 2 facility with a treatment
capacity of 0.8 MGD using extended aeration to remove ammonia and BOD (Biochemical
Oxygen Demand). The water is then chlorinated to remove fecal coliform and is then de -
chlorinated before being discharged into the receiving stream. The plants NPDES permit was
renewed in August of 2008 with effluent limits on mercury, cadmium, lead and cyanide:

2. PLANT PERFORMANCE-:
PERMIT VIOLATIONS: None
MONITORING VIOLATIONS: None
REPORTING VIOLATIONS: None
TREATMENT PLANT PROJECTS AND MAINTENANCE: The Columbus WWTP is currently
undergoing a 'Professional Engineering Review'. The review will be used by the Town
Council to decide'whether to remodel the existing plant or consider construction of a new
plant. The Town is also investigating different options for sludge disposal. Heavy rains and
steep disposal sites have made land application of sludge residuals difficult in 2009.
3. COLLECTION SYSTEM PERFORMANCE:
SANITARY SEWER OVERFLOWS: One
COLLECTION SYSTEM PROJECTS and MAINTENANCE: A sanitary sewer overflow did
occur in January 2009 at the Town's "Hospital Lift Station". This has already been
reported in the 2008 Collection System Annual Report. Officials of D.E.N.R. were notified
and a notice to the public went out by way of the local daily newspaper. Grease was the
culprit of the aforementioned overflow and -has been -controlled by a more aggressive
removal program. Several public notices of grease education have gone out to residents
and business owners to help keep this from happening again. Routine wet well pumping
and grease solvent application is being done to prevent future grease buildup.
Work has just been recently completed on a project where 35 of the Town's manholes
were replaced. These manholes were made of brick, in poor condition, and were
allowing significant infiltration. The manholes were located in an outfall known as the
"Milliken" forest.
Over 20,000 feet of sewer line was cleaned in 2008 with Town's in house high velocity
jetter. This was more than 20 % of the Town's Collection system.
The Town is looking at applying for a grant that will replace its aging "Hospital" Lift
Station along with other improvements to the water and wastewater systems. This is a
priority upgrade in the overall improvements that the Town is looking at..

4. Notification: This report will be made available to sanitary sewer users of the Town of
Columbus system via the two local area newspapers. Customers will also be able to pick
up a copy at the Columbus Town Hall between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday thru Friday.
5. Certification: I hereby certify under the penalty of law that this report is complete
and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
px. Date
Ricky A. McGuinn Collection System ORC Town of Columbus
Date
P ul Rhodes Wastewater Treatment Plant ORC
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Bob She
Town Manager
Town of Columbus

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North Carolina Department of Environment' d : r—r", sources
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Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director 'r
August 21, 20GO i 4 2009
Mr. Tim Holloman, Town Manager
V+IAT iT'T SECTION .+�
Town of Columbus
`" A,�`� (EVILLE �iE�1t7NAl pEFICE
95 Walker Street
Columbus, North Carolina 28722
SUBJECT:
Town of Columbus
Sewer Manhole Replacement
Approval of Addenda Nos. 1 Through 3
Project No. 2W370672-01 (ARRA 2009)
C 0 Sys .
Dear Mr. Holloman:
Reference is made to Addenda Nos. 1 through 3, received August 6, 2009, from the
engineer for revisions to the subject project.
The proposed addenda, as described in the attachments, have been reviewed by this
office, and are hereby approved, and eligible for funding in accordance with the loan offer and
conditions thereof.
The approval of these addenda does not constitute any change in the amount of your
grant or loan for this project.
It is the responsibility of the recipient and the consulting engineer to insure that the
project plan documents are in compliance with Amended N.C.G.S. 133-3 (ratified July 13,
1993). The administrative review and approval of addenda do not imply approval of a restrictive
specification for bidding purposes; nor is it an authorization for noncompetitive procurement
actions.
Adequate time must be allowed for the potential bidders and this office to receive and act
on addenda prior to the receipt of bids for subject project.
A copy of the approved addenda is attached for your files, and one (1) copy retained for
our files.
1633 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1633 One
Location: 2728 Capital Blvd. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 NOrthCarOlina
Phone: [phone] \ FAX: [phone] \ Customer Service: 1.877-623-6748 //
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Mr. Tim Holloman, Town Manager
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August 21, 2009
Should you have any questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact
Steve Tsadwa E.I. at [phone].
Sincerely,
Seth Robert n, P.E., Supervisor
Design Management Unit
Construction Grants & Loans Section
st/sr
Attachment
cc: Mike Waresak, P.E., McGill Associates, 55 Broad Street, Asheville, NC 28801
EDWQ-Asheville<Regi6n—al -0 EZ6
Mark Hubbard, P.E.
Steve Tsadwa, E.I.
ARRA File -

MAR - 6 2009 2008 _
:WASTEWATER &
WATER QUALITY SECTION
OLLECTION SYSYTEM
AS REGIONAL OFFICE ANNUAL REPORT
THE TOWN OF COLUMBU
EiVE
95 WALKER ST
:POB146 N?R - 2009
COLUMBUS, NC 28722
DENR - NVATER (QUALITY
pOINT SOURCE BRANCH
J. GENERAL INFORMATION
FACILITY/ SYSTEM NAME: TOWN OF COLUMBUS.
RESPONSIBLE ENTITY: COLUMBUS WWTP
355 LEVI RD.
COLUMBUS, NC
COLLECTION SYSTEM ORC -RICK MCGWINN [phone]
WASTEWATER PLANT ORC - ROBERT ROSSETER (828) .899-0688
APPLICABLE PERMITS:
COLLECTION SYSTEM W -SD
WASTEWATER PLANT- # NCO021369
DESCRIPTION OF COLLECTION SYSTEM: Columbus's wastewater is
transmitted to the treatment plant through approximately 20 miles of 4 thru 18-
mch diameter pipe. The Collection System also consists of 5 pump stations to _
move the wastewater to the treatment plant, Overall, the sewer system is in good
condition, with one main line from the western part of town having been replaced .
in 2006. .
DESCRIPTION OF THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT: The
Wastewater. Treatment Plant is a Class 2 facility with a treatment capacity of 0.8
MGD. The plant treats approximately .170 MGD using extended aeration to
-remove ammonia and BOD (Bio-chemical Oxygen Demand). The water is then
chlorinated to remove fecal coliform and then de -chlorinated before discharging
into the receiving stream.

The wastewater treatment plants NPDES permit was renewed in August 2008,
with new effluent limits set on mercury, cadmium, lead, and cyanide.
2. PLANT PERFORMANCE: -
Permit Violations: None
Monitoring Violations: None
Reporting Violations: None
Treatment Plant Projects and Maintenance: The Columbus WWTP is
currently taking part in a study to determine the most cost effective approach to
treat the Town's waste. The Town Council is currently discussing it with a
determination due by mid -year 2009.Options include sending the waste stream to
the Town of Tryon, rebuilding the existing wastewater treatment plant, or
building a new wastewater treatment plant.
3. COLLECTION SYSTEM PERFORMANCE:
Sanitary Sewer Overflows: One
Collection System Projects and Maintenance: A sanitary sewer overflow did
occur in January 2009 at The Town's `Hospital Lift Station'. Officials at the Dept.
of Environment and Natural- Resources were notified and notice of the overflow
was posted in the Tryon Daily Bulletin. The cause was due to a grease build up in.
the line leading into the wet well. The lines were subsequently jetted and cleaned.
Any remaining grease was removed by hand and disposed of. Prevention of future
grease buildup is being monitored and grease solvent is being added regularly.
The -upgrade to `The Farm' lift station has been completed. The old `in ground,,
canister type' lift station has removed and a new above ground pumping system . .
was installed. Some components of the new system are a backup generator, duel
submersible pumps, new fencing and lighting. This system is located behind the
Industrial Park off of Rt. 108. .
To date 439 feet of sewer line has. been cleaned. Our program for cleaning begins
in the spring of each year whereby the Town cleans a minimum of 20% of sewer
line, and will proceed... .
The Town has also applied for a matching grant where funds will be used to
refurbish 35 older brick manholes to.help control W. It will also be used to
install manholes where access to existing lines is limited.

4. Notification: This report will be made available to the sanitary sewer users in the
Township of Columbus via the two area newspapers. Ratepayers and customers can
also pick up a copy at the Columbus Town Hall between 8a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday
thru Friday.
5. Certif cation: I certify under penalty of the law -that this report -is complete and
accurate t the best of my knowledge.
Date 1 7 2 cx�?
Robert Nsseter WWTP ORC
Town of Columbus
0. ra,� Date
Rick McGwinn Colllection System ORC
Town of Columbus.
ODate
Tim Holloman Town Manager
Town of Columbus

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P.o, Box 148
CCIVMW ,N.C.28722
(82099.0687
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March S, 2009
Bear Mr. Edwards
The Sanitary Sewei Overflow was actually at the first manhole before the
Inflluent side of the Hospital pump Station. Grease was evident In the
manhole when we leaned it out, but there were roots and other debris that
contributed to this ►roblem. I have since started using a more aggressive
chemical agent ani I will be using the high velocity fetter at this location on
a much more frequ ;nt basis. The Town Manager Is currently working on a
more aggressive G+ ease Ordinance concerning businesses. Also, we are In
the planning stage o completely rennovate this pump Station. While an
after overflow Insp► ctlon was performed, there was a severed sewer line
discovered above tl Is location caused by the power company. This caused
mud to infiltrate as well. We have been educating the Public through our
local paper. If you I we any suggestions, please send me an e-mail or letter.
Thank you for your Inderstanding.
Sincerely, Ricky A. McGulnn. CSORC
Signature
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MAR 1 0 2009D J
WATER QUALITY SECTION
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ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE

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North Carolina Department'of Environment and Natural Resources
Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
Division of !plater Quality
Coleen H. Sullins
Director
March 4, 2009
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7007 1490 0004 0795 7742
Mr. Tim H. Holloman, Town Manager
Town of Columbus
Post Office.Box 146
Columbus, North Carolina 28722
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Permit No. WQCS00140
Town of Columbus
Columbus Collection System
Polk County
Dear Mr Holloman:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
A review has been conducted of the Town of Columbus's Collection System self
reported Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) 5-Day Report. This review has shown the
subject facility to be. in violation of the requirements found in Permit Number
WQCS00140 and North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1(a)(1). The violation is
summarized below:
NOV#
Violation
Location
Cause
Volume
Date
NOV-2009-DV-0073
01/25/2009
Hospital Pump Station
Grease
64,000
gallons
The Division of Water. Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any
additional violations of -State law. Factors considered in determining the amount of the
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION — ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.ncwatergLiality.org
An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer
NorthCarolina

civil penalty are the violator's spill history, the cost of rectifying the damage, whether the
spill was intentional and whether money was saved by non-compliance. Please submit
a written description of the Town of Columbus's program for regulating commercial
sources of cooking grease and more specifically the Town's involvement with the
commercial sources of cooking grease contributing to the January 25, 2009 SS1O.
If you have any question regarding this NOV or our policy relating to issuance of
NOVs or Civil Penalties for SSOs please contact Roy Davis in our Asheville Regional
Office at 828-296-4659.
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Sincerely,
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Roger C...Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Division .of Water Quality
Asheville Region
Cc: PERCS Unit
Ricky McGuinn, CSORC
Surface Water Protection Central Files
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Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
/ ---� Dee Williams, Secretary
I F,�!-LE COPY North Carolina Department of onment and Natural Resources
Coleen H. Sullins. Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
January 14, 2009
Mr. Tim H. Holloman, Town Manager
Town of Columbus
Post Ofice Box 146
Columbus, North Carolina 28722
SUBJECT: Manhole Replacement Project
Town of Columbus
Wastewater Collection System
Permit No: WQCS00140
Polk County
Dear Mr. Holloman:
It is my understanding that the Town of Columbus is seeking assistance in funding
the replacement of approximately 35 manholes located along the Town's Milliken sewer.
I recall a few years ago that I was involved in smoke testing this fifteen inch sewer. We
found the brick manholes to be badly deteriorated and subject to infiltration and inflow.
Replacement of these manholes is-alogical step in. removing extraneous flow from
Town's collection system therefore I strongly support such a project.
I wish the Town success in its endeavors to secure funding for this project. Should
I be able to assist in this matter, please do not hesitate to call me at [phone].
Sincerely,
1
Roy M. D vis
Environmental Engineer
Enclosure
xc: Mike Waresak, McGill Associates
Surface Water Protection Central Files
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
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®�gWilliam G. Ross Jr., Secretary
FILE COPY North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
October 16,'2008
Mr. Tim Holloman, Town Manager
Town of Columbus
Post Office Box 146
Columbus, North Carolina 28722-0146
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Permit No. WQCS00140
Town of Columbus
Wastewater Collection. System
Polk County
Dear Mr. Holloman:
Attached is the report resulting from the Collection System Permit Compliance Evaluation
Inspection which I conducted on October 15, 2008: It was my determination that the Town of
Columbus is doing an excellent job of maintaining and operating the Town's wastewater
collection system.
Please convey my appreciation to the staff actually taking care of the system and the Columbus
Town Council for providing the necessary resources. I noticed thafthe Town does not have a
closed circuit television camera for inspection of the interior of sewers. Such a piece of
equipment can save much time and money by preventing unnecessary digging up of -sewers and
is the logical next purchase for your Public Works Department. I would hope that the Town
Council can make space in the budget for such 'a camera. Please do not hesitate to call me at
828-296-4659 should you need to discuss any aspect of this report.
Sincerely,
Roy M. Davis
Environmental Engineer
Enclosure
cc: Ricky McGuinn, CSORC, Town of Columbus
JSurface Water Protection Section Central Files
PERCS Files
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Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 10/15/2008 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
The Town of Columbus is doing an excellent job of operating and maintaining its wastewater collection system:
Page: 2

Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 10/16/2008 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Performance Standards Yes No NA NE
Is Public Education Program for grease established and documented? ®❑ ❑ ❑
What educational tools are used?
Articles in local newspaper. The Town will make use of the Town's web site.
Is Sewer Use Ordinance/Legal Authority available? ®❑ ❑ ❑
Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced? ®❑ ❑ ❑
Is Grease Trap Ordinance available? ®❑ ❑ ❑
Is Septic Tank Ordinance available (as applicable, i.e. annexation) ❑ ❑ ❑
List enforcement actions by permittee, if any, in the last 12 months
None
Has an acceptable Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) been implemented?
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Does CIP address short term needs and long term \"master plant" concepts?
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Does CIP cover three to five year period?
®1100
Does CIP include Goal Statement?
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Does CIP include description. of project area?
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Does CIP include description of existing facilities?
■ Cl ❑ ❑
Does CIP include known deficiencies?
■ ❑ f❑ ❑
Does CIP include forecasted future needs?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is CIP designated only for wastewater collection and treatment?
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Approximate capital improvement budget for collection system?
Total annual revenue for wastewater collection and treatment? $479,774.00
CIP Comments
The Town of Columbus has just this year completed the Highway 108 sewer project, replaced the Farm
Pump Station and installed pump station emergency generators.
Is system free of known points of bypass?
If no, describe type of bypass and location
NA
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted at ALL pump stations?
# Does the sign include:
Instructions for notification?
Pump station identifier?
24-hour contact numbers
If no, list deficient pump stations
NA'
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Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 10/15/2008 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
# Do ALL pump stations have an "auto polling" feature/SCADA? ❑ ❑ ❑
Number of pump stations 5
Number of pump stations that have SCADA
Number of pump stations that have simple telemetry
Number of pump.stations that have only audible and visual alarms
Number of pump stations that do not meet permit requirements
# Does the permittee have a root control program?
# If yes, date implemented?
Describe:
The Town of Columbus does not practice chemical root control.
Comment:
Inspections
Are maintenance records for sewer lines available?
Are records available that document pump station inspections?
Are SCADA or telemetry equipped pump stations inspected at least once a week?
Are non-SCADA/telemetry equipped pump stations inspected every day?
Are records available that document citizen complaints?
# Do you have a system to conduct an annual observation of entire system?
# Has there been an observation of remote areas in the last year?
Are records available that document inspections of high -priority lines?
Has there been visual inspections of high -priority lines in last six months?
Comment: .
Operation & Maintenance Requirements
Are all log books available?
Does supervisor review all log books on a regular basis?
Does the supervisor have plans to address documented short-term problem areas?
What is the schedule for reviewing inspection, maintenance, & operations logs and problem areas?
As necessary.
Are maintenance records for equipment available?
Is a schedule maintained for testing emergency/standby equipment?
What is the schedule for testing emergency/standby equipment?
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Yes No NA NE
Yes No NA NE
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Generators -weekly.
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Permit: WQCS00140 Owner- Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 10115/2008 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
Do pump station logs include:
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal?
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Inspecting and exercising all valves?
im ❑ n n
Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment?
is ❑ ❑ n
Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment?
®❑ ❑ ❑
Is there at least one spare pump for each pump station w/o pump reliability?
❑ ❑ im ❑
Are maintenance records for right-of-ways available?
IN ❑ ❑ ❑
Are right-of-ways currently accessible in the event of an emergency?
®❑ n ❑
Are system cleaning records available?
®❑ ❑ ❑
Has at least 10% of system been cleaned annually?
I®❑ ❑ ❑
What areas are scheduled for cleaning in the next 12 months?
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the plan include:
24-hour contact numbers
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Response time
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Equipment list and spare parts inventory
■ 1311 ❑
Access to cleaning equipment
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Access to construction crews,'contractors, and/or engineers
■ 1100
Source of emergency funds
❑ ❑ ❑ ■
Site sanitation and cleanup materials
®❑ ❑'- ❑
Post-overflow/spill assessment
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the spare parts inventory adequate? .
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Records
Yes No NA NE
Are adequate records of all SSOs, spills and complaints available?
❑ ❑ ■ ❑
Are records of SSOs that are under the reportable threshold available?
❑ ❑ ■ ❑
Do spill records indicate repeated overflows (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
❑ ❑ ■ ❑
If yes, is there a corrective action plan?
❑ ❑ ■ ❑
Is a map of the system available?
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town.of Columbus
Inspection Date: 10/15/2008 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
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Pipe materials
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Pipe location
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Flow direction
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Approximate pipe age
❑ ■ ❑ ❑
Number of service taps
■ , ❑ .❑ ❑
Pump stations and capacity
❑ ■- ❑ ❑
If no, what percent is complete?
99
List any modifications and extensions that need to be added to the map
Map needs pipe age and pump station capacities.
# Does the permittee have a copy of their permit?
■ ❑ ❑ 0
Comment:
Monitoring and Reporting Requirements
Yes No NA NE
Are copies of required press releases and distribution lists available?
❑ ❑ ■ ❑
Are public notices and proof of publication available?
❑ ❑ ■ ❑ a
# Is an annual report being prepared in accordance with G.S. 143-215.1 C?
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
# Is permittee compliant with all compliance schedules in the permits?
®❑ ❑ ❑
If no, which one(s)?
NA
Comment:
FARM PUMP STATION - Hidden Valley Lane
Pump Station
Yes No NA NE
Pump station type
Duplex
Are pump station logs available?
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is it accessible in all weather conditions?
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
# Is general housekeeping acceptable?
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Are all pumps present?
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Are all pumps operable?
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Are wet wells free of excessive debris?
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Are upstream manholes free of excessive debris/signs of overflow?
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: WQCS00140 . Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 10/15/2008 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
Are floats/controls for pumps/alarms operable?
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Is "auto polling"feature/SCADA present?
❑ ®❑ ❑
Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA operational?
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Is simple telemetry present?
®❑ ❑ ❑
Is simple telemetry operational?
®❑ ❑ ❑
Are audio and visual alarms present?
®❑ ❑ ❑
Are audio and visual alarms operable?
®❑ ❑ ❑
Is the Pump station inspected as required?
®❑ ❑ ❑
Are backflow devices in place?
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Are backflow, devices operable?
®❑ ❑ ❑
Are air relief valves in place?
❑ ❑ ❑
Are air relief valves operable?
❑ ❑ ❑
# Is an emergency generator available?
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Can the emergency generator run the pumps?
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Is the pump station equipped for quick hook-up?
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Is the generator operable?
❑ ❑ ❑
# Is fuel in tank and sufficient?
❑ ❑ ❑
Is the generator inspected according to their schedule?
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Is a 24-hour notification sign posted?
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Does it include:
Instructions for notification?
Pump station identifier?
Emergency phone number
Is public access limited?
Is pump station free of overflow piping?
Is the pump station free of signs of overflow?
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Are run times comparable for multiple pumps? Yes
Comment: The present pump station went into operation in about August of 2008 and
replaced an earlier can type station which had been in service since the late 60s. This
station serves part of the Industrial park and at present receives very little flow. The
station was nicely designed and built and is being well operated.
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Mr. Tim Holloman,
Town Administrator
Town of Columbus
P.O. Box 146
Columbus, N.C. 28722-0146
SUBJECT: May 29 & 31, 2007
Technical Assistance Inspection Follow-up
Columbus Wastewater Collection System
Permit No: WQCS00140
Polk County
Dear Mr. Holloman,
Enclosed please find a copy of Technical Assistance Inspection form from the
Wastewater Collection System Technical Assistance conducted on May 29 & 31, 2007: Roy
Davis- and myself conducted the, Technical Assistance Inspection. The facility was found to
be in Compliance with permit WQCS00140 at the time of the Technical Assistance.
The time and assistance of Robert Rosseter and Ricky McGuinn and other
water/sewer utility staff in conducting the technical assistance is appreciated. The problem
areas identified through "Smoke -Testing" are identified in the attached report. If.you or your
staff have questions regarding this report or other issues relating to the sewer collection
system, please call me at [phone].
Sincerely,
Don Price, WWTP Consultant
Enclosure
cc: Ricky McGuinn, ORC
Robert Rosseter
Central Files
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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCS00140 Effective: 02/21/05 , Expiration:' 01/31/10 Owner: Town of Columbus
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Columbus Collection System
County: Polk PO Box 146
Region: Asheville
Columbus NC287220146
Contact Person: Wendell D Pace Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
Primary ORC: Albert E Williams Certification: 13722 Phone: [phone]
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s)-
Related Permits:
NCO021369 Town of Columbus - Columbus WWTP '
Inspection Date: 05/29/2007 Entry Time: 09:30 AM' Exit Time: 03:00 PM
Primary Inspector: Don Price Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspector(s):
Roy M Davis y `� �� Phone: [phone] Ext.4659
Roger C Edwards vW Phone:
Reason for Inspection: Follow-up Inspection Type: Technical Assistance
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: ■ Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
0 Miscellaneous Questions N Operation & Maint Reqmts ® Lines
(See attachment summary)
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Permit: WQCS00140 . Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 05/29/2007 Inspection Type: Technical Assistance Reason for Visit: Follow-up
Inspection Summary:
This Technical Assistance follow-up was conducted at the request of Town of Columbus Water & Sewer staff to identify
deficient areas in the Sewer Collection System through smoke testing. The assistance of Water & Sewer staff in
conducting the smoke testing is appreciated. Staff includes Robert Rossiter-ORC of WWTP; Ricky McGuinn-Water/Sewer
Maintenance; Bert Williams-ORC Town of Columbus Collection system; Jason Walker, Shannon Bailey, and James Smith
all Water/Sewer Utility staff.
The smoke testing revealed several problem areas in the outfall line leading to the WWTP(Wastewater Treatment Plant),
in back of the Miliken Industries plant. The main problem in this line segment is regarding the condition of the manholes. It
appears that past industrial waste streams have created conditions which cause the motar between the bricks in the
manholes to deteriorate. The majority of the manholes are constructed of brick with terra cotta piping. It is suggested the
Town review starting a manhole rehabilitation program along with the current system cleaning program. It is also
suggested the Town start tracking rainfall events and conduct trend analysis correlating rainfall and flow through the
WWTP. The trends can assist the Town in identifying inflow/inflitration into the system and get a better idea of the actual
flow to the WWTP.
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Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 05/29/2007 Inspection Type: Technical Assistance Reason for Visit: Follow-up
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel? ®❑ ❑ n
Is the spare parts inventory adequate? ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
FOOD LION OUTFALL - Outfall in behind the
t-ooa Lion snopping center
Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerie) Lines
Is right-of-way accessible for emergency?
Is right-of-way free of ;Sinkholes or depressions?
Is line/right-of-way free of evidence of leakage?
# Are there areas of exposed line?
# Is any exposed line constructed of ductile iron or other approved material?
Are water crossing and supports in good condition?
# Is right-of-way free of non -utility motorized traffic?
Is line free of visible damage?
# Are there siphons in this system?
If yes, are they maintained and documented?
Comment:. This line segment was smoke tested indicating the line is in good condition.
It was observed that the line connection from the shopping center to the manhole in the
outfall line did not have an "inside drop" with the connection. This was allowing solids
and other debris to collect on the manhole invert bench creating a condition which could
-cause a line stoppage and potential SSO. It is suggested this condition be corrected by
installing an inside drop to the connection and cleaning the manhole and line.
GIBSON PARK - Gibson Park, McMurray
Avenue, ancl White Drive area
Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aeriel Lines
Is right-of-way accessible for emergency?
Is right-of-way free of sinkholes or depressions?
Is line/right-of-way free of evidence of leakage?
# Are there areas of exposed line?
# Is any exposed line constructed of ductile iron or other approved material?
Are water crossing and supports in good condition?
# Is right-of-way free of non -utility motorized traffic?
Is line free of visible damage?
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Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 05/29/2007 Inspection Type: Technical Assistance
Reason for Visit: Follow-up
Operation & Maintenance Requirements
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Are all log books available?
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Does supervisor review all log books on a regular basis?
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Does the supervisor have plans to address documented short-term problem areas?
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What is the schedule for reviewing inspection, maintenance, & operations logs and problem areas?
Are maintenance records for equipment available?
Is a schedule maintained for testing emergency/standby equipment?
What is the schedule for testing emergency/standby equipment?
Do pump station logs include:
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Inspecting and exercising all valves?
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Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment?
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Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment?
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Is there at least one spare pump for each pump station w/o pump reliability?
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Are maintenance records for right-of-ways available?
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Are right-of-ways currently accessible in'the event of an emergency?
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Are system cleaning records available?
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Has at least 10% of system been cleaned annually?
■
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What areas are scheduled for cleaning in the next 12 months?
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
Does the plan include:
24-hour contact numbers
Response time
Equipment list and spare parts inventory
Access to cleaning equipment
Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
Source of emergency funds
Site sanitation and cleanup materials
Post-overflow/spill assessment
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Permit: WQCS00140 Owner - Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 05/29/2007 Inspection Type: Technical Assistance Reason for Visit: Follow-up
# Are there siphons in this system? Cl 19 C1
If yes, are they maintained and documented?
Comment: This line segment was smoke tested to determine section locations within
the local DOT (Department of Transportation) compound that may have points of '
infiltration/inflow and any lost manholes. It is suggested this line segment be reviewed
with a TV camera to determine any inconsistencies with the line.
MILIKEN - Outfall line located behind Miliken
Plant and adjacent o e VVVVTP
Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aeriel Lines
Yes No NA NE
Is right-of-way accessible for emergency?
❑ 11 n
Is right-of-way free of sinkholes or depressions?
Q Cl Q
Is line/right-of-way free of evidence of leakage?
Q 110
# Are there areas of exposed line?
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# Is any exposed line constructed of ductile iron or other approved material?
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Are water crossing and supports in good condition?
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# Is right-of-way free of non -utility motorized traffic?
IN n 1 0
Is line free of visible damage?
# Are there siphons in this system?
❑ n
If yes, are they maintained and documented?
Comment: This outfall line was smoke tested revealing problem manholes throught
the line segment up the road intersection to the intrance to the WWTP. It appears that
the industrial waste pH and temperature has caused motar between the brick in the
manhole to drop out creating conditions for root intrusion and inflow/inflitration. One
area -of the line segment is misaligned causing smoke to be released through the
ground surface. It is suggested this line be looked into with a TV camera and a manhole
rehablitation program started in this area: Problem areas were sprayed with "Orange"
locate paint as an identifier.
TIMKEN - Outfall adjacent to Timken industries
inside the n us ria par
Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aeriel.Lines
Yes No NA NE
Is right-of-way accessible for emergency?
❑ ,n fl
Is right-of-way free of sinkholes or depressions?
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Is line/right-of-way free of evidence of leakage?
Q ❑ fl
# Are there areas of exposed line?
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Permit: WQCS00140 : Owner -'Facility: Town of Columbus
Inspection Date: 05129/2007 Inspection Type: Technical Assistance Reason for Visit: Follow-up
# Is any exposed line constructed of ductile iron or other approved material? ■
Are water crossing and supports in good condition? ■ fl ❑ fl
# Is right-of-way free of non -utility motorized traffic? ■
Is line free of visible damage? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
# Are there siphons in this system? Q 1­1 fl ■
If yes, are they maintained and documented?
Comment: Smoke testing was conducted on this line revealing a "clean -out"
connection not capped. Other observations of the line revealed it to be in good condition.
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P. E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H. Sullins, Deputy Director
Division of Water Quality
September 29, 2003
Mr. Glenn Rhodes, Town Administrator
Town of Columbus
Post Office Box 146
Columbus, North Carolina 28722-0146
SUBJECT:
Dear Mr. Rhodes:
I�OCT- 9 2003 �� y
Approval
Town of Columbus
Preliminary Engineering Report
Project No: E-SEL-T-03-0035
The Construction Grants and Loans Section of the Division of Water Quality has
completed its review of the subject town of Columbus Preliminary Engineering Report. The
project includes the replacement of 786 linear feet (l.f.) of 6-inch sewer line attached to
Highway 108 bridge over I-26 with an 8-inch sewer line under I-26 and the upgrade of other
sections of the town's collection system. It will consist of the construction of 6,660 l.f. of new
18-inch gravity line, 1,42211 of new 12-inch gravity line, 7,543 l.f. of new 8-inch gravity line,
and 1,4791.f. of new 2-inch force main. Also included will be the replacement of deteriorated
lines with 3,338 11 of 12-inch gravity line, 4,09111 of 10-inch gravity line, and 6821.f. of
8-inch gravity line. The project will also include the construction of a 20-gallon-per-minute
pump station and abandonment of the Gulley Street pump station.
The subject town of Columbus Preliminary Engineering Report is hereby approved.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Mr. Larry Horton, P.E.
of our staff at [phone].
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Grants and Loans Section
cc: Daniel McPherson, P.E., Hayes, Seay, Mattern & Mattern
r_D-_WQ-Ashevi_I_le-Regional_-Office_,
Daniel Blaisdell, P.E.
Amy Simes, P.E.
Don Evans u �W,
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Construction Grants and Loans Section 1633 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1633 [phone] Customer Service
Web Site: www.ne4met FAX [phone]

June 25, 2009
Collection System Permit No. WQCS00140 --
Town of Columbus
POB 146
Columbus, NC 28722
NCDENR Collection System Form CSA 10105
Lift Station List:
Name Address Ca aci
`Hospital' L.S. 829 West Mills St. Duplex- 200 gpm
`Highwood' L.S. 15 Pine Tree Lane Duplex- 150 gpm
`BP' L.S. 404 West Mills St. Duplex- 400 gpm
`Case St.' L.S. 160 Case St. Duplex- 100 gpm
`Farm' L.S. 451 Industrial Park Dr. Duplex- 280 gpm

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2016 COLLECTION SYSTEM AND WWTP ANNUAL REPORT
THE TOWN OF COLUMBUS
95 WALKER ST
PO BOX 146
COLUMBUS, NC 28722
1. GENERAL INFORMATION
FACILITY / SYSTEM NAME:
RESPONSIBLE ENTITY:
COLLECTION SYSTEM ORC:
WASTEWATER PLANT ORC:
APPLICABLE PERMITS:
TOWN OF COLUMBUS
TOWN OF COLUMBUS
P.O. BOX 146
COLUMBUS, NC 28722
RICKY A MCGUINN (828) 899 — 0687
JASON PHILLIPS [phone]
COLLECTION SYSTEM - # WQCS00140
WASTEWATER PLANT # NCO021369
DESCRIPTION OF COLLECTION SYSTEM: Columbus's wastewater is transmitted to the
treatment plant through 18.2 miles of 4 to 18 inch diameter gravity sewer pipe and over 2 miles
of 2 to 16 inch diameter force main pipe. The Collection System also consists of S lift stations to
move the wastewater to the treatment plant. Overall, the collection system is in good
condition, with one main line in the western section of town having been replaced in 2004.
DESCRIPTION OF WWTP: The,Wastewater Plant is a class 2 facility with a treatment
capacity of 0.8 MGD using extended aeration to remove ammonia and BOD (Biochemical
Oxygen Demand.) The water is chlorinated to remove fecal coliform and is then de -chlorinated
before being discharged into the receiving stream. The plants NPDES permit was renewed in
August of 2014 with effluent limits on mercury, cadmium, lead and cyanide.

3. PLANT PERFORMANCE:
PERMIT VIOLATIONS: None
MONITORING; VIOLATIONS: Two -Two = Fecal Coliform
REPORTING VIOLATIONS: Three — One = Lime Stabilization Records not submitted'
One = ESP calculation was not completed
One = Not using EDMR
4. COLLECTION SYSTEM PERFORMANCE:
SANITARY SEWER OVERFLOWS: None
NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS: None
COLLECTION SYSTEM PROJECTS and MAINTENANCE:
Grants have been awarded and loans have been approved for Municipal Engineering
Services Company to begin the planning stages of a major sewer upgrade for the Town
of Columbus. This upgrade is for gravity sewer lines and manholes that affect the streets
of Hammett, E. Mills, S. Peak, Ward, and Locust. The purpose of this project is due to the
fact that some of the current sewer lines and manholes are in poor condition and,
inaccessible( Some are actually underneath buildings.)
Two overhead discharge pumps and a grinder pump were replaced at the BP Lift Station.
The reason for these replacements was. due to excessive wear and the components
were at the end of their life cycle. This lift station handles an average of over 100,000
gallons of wastewater per day. More upgrades are planned for this lift station in 2017.
10,780 feet of sewer line was cleaned in 2016 with Town's in house high velocity sewer
fetter. This was 11.15 % of the Town's Collection system gravity sewer lines.
The Case Street Lift Station was renovated with two new pumps and a new control
panel in August. This Lift Station suffered many electrical issues prior to this upgrade.

5. Notification: This report will be made available to sanitary sewer users of the Town of
Columbus system at the Columbus Town Hall and the town's website. They can pick up a
physical copy between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday thru Friday at the Town Hall.
6. Certification: I hereby certify under the penalty of law that this report is complete
and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
n . wo)": Date ) - 3-1 ?
Ricky A. McGuinn -Collection System ORC Town of Columbus
Date 3 ( 7
Jason Phillips -Wastewater Treatment Plant ORC Town of Columbus
i Date P 7
LL Timothy J. Barth -Town Manager Town of Columbus

2013 COLLECTION SYSTEM AND WWTP ANNUAL REPORT
THE TOWN OF COLUMBUS
95 WALKER ST
PO BOX 146
COLUMBUS, NC 28722
1. GENERAL INFORMATION
RECEIVED
t] &ion of Water Resourm
JAN 3 2013
Water Ouality Regional Operations
Asheville Regional Office
FACILITY/SYSTEM NAME: TOWN OF COLUMBUS
RESPONSIBLE ENTITY: TOWN OF COLUMBUS
P.O. BOX '146
`.COLUM8US; NC" 28722
COLLECTION SYSTEM ORC:` ­ RICKY A MCGUINN (828)899 = 0687
WASTEWATER PLANT,ORC: PAUL RHODES (828) 899 - 0682
APPLICABLE PERMITS: COLLECTION.SYSTEM - #.WQCSOO140
WASTEWATER PLANT- # NCO021369
DESCRIPTION OF COLLECTION SYSTEM: Columbus's wastewater is transmitted to the.
treatment plant through 18.2 miles of 4 to 18 inch diameter gravity sewer pipe and over 2 miles
of 2 to 6 inch diameter force main pipe. The Collection System also consists of 5 lift stations to
move the wastewater to the treatment plant. Overall, the collection system is in good
condition,'with one main line in the western section of town having been replaced in 2004.
DESCRIPTION OF WWTP.: The Wastewater Plant is a,class 2, -facility with a treatment
capacity of 0.8 MGD using extended aeration to remove ammonia and BOD( Biochemical
Oxygen Demand.) The water is chlorinated to remove fecal coliform and is then de -chlorinated
before being discharged into the receiving stream. The, plants NPDES permit is in the process of
renewal at the time of this report. We have, received a draft NPDES permit which proposes to

eliminate all limits for metals and reduce the frequency of sampling for metals from bi-monthly
for Cadmium, Lead, and Cyanide to quarterly. The draft is also proposing to reduce the
sampling of .Mercury to annually. We expect to receive the final NPDES permit in early 2014.
3. PLANT PERFORMANCE:
PERMIT VIOLATIONS: None
MONITORING VIOLATIONS: One: Failure to monitor violations occurred in August and
September of 2013 when the effluent flow meter was disabled by severe weather.
REPORTING VIOLATIONS: None
TREATMENT PLANT PROJECTS AND MAINTENANCE: The wastewater treatment plant is
presently undergoing.a major renovation. This renovation includes a new clarifier with
the same capacity as the existing one, a sludge storage tank that with a 500,000 gallon
capacity, a new headworks with an automatic bar screen and grit removal, and a new
office/ electrical control building. Construction is scheduled for completion in May 2014.
4. COLLECTION SYSTEM PERFORMANCE:
SANITARY SEWER OVERFLOWS: One: On 'August 15thI Approximately 500-600 gallons of
wastewater spilled into Horse Creek at the Town's BP Lift Station located near 1-26 and W.
Mills Street intersection. This was caused by pipe failure of a temporary force main installed
by Capitol Construction while they were repairing a failed storm water line (Unrelated.)
COLLECTION SYSTEM PROJECTS AND MAINTENANCE:
In. November, The Town replaced 18 feet of 8 inch gravity sewer line due to pipe
- dislocation near 260 Walker Street. - -
The Town did no upgrades and have scheduled -no projects to its Collection System in
2013.
Over 10,000 feet of sewer line was cleaned in 2013 with Town's in house high velocity
jetter. The total amount cleaned was 10.41 % of the Town's Collection system.

5. Notification: This report will be made available to sanitary sewer users of the Town of
Columbus system at the -Columbus Town Hall. They can pick up -a copy between 8 a.m.
and 5 p.m., Monday thru Friday.
6. Certification: I hereby certify under the penalty of law that this report is complete
and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Date — —
Ricky A. McGuinn Collection System ORC Town of Columbus
Date
Paul Rhodes Wastewater Treatment Plant ORC Town of Columbus
Date I - Z _ 14
Jonathan Kanipe Town Manager Town of Columbus
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Revised: 3-30-2008

ORGANIZATION OF PLAN ....
The key elements are addressed individually as follows: _
A. Contact telephone numbers for 24-hour response, including .weekends and
'holidays.
B..-Response time
C. Equipment list and spareparts inventory..
D. Access to cleaning equipment.
E. Access to- construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers.
F. Sources of emergency funds.
G. Site sanitation and cleanup materials.
B. Post overflow/ Spill Assessment.
PROCEDURE -
A. Contacts telephone numbers for'24-hour response, including Weekends
and Holidays.
An overflow and/or spill may be detected by City employees or the
general public. The Town is-respons'ible to act based on received phone calls or
reports on possible sewage overflow 'and/or spill from the wastewater disposal
system, and to provide immediate response to investigate and/or correct reported
sewer overflow and/or spill.
Normal Hours (8a.m.-5p.m.)
Any observer of an overflow and/or spill should call the Town Hall who -
will contact the Public Works Department whereby the proper individuals will be
dispatched to the proper location. However if the observer is unsure who to call,`
the observer.should contact the Polk County Sheriffs department immediately.
The Sheriffs department will then contact employees of the Town byway of a
Est of phone numbers which they are provided.
Off Hours(after 5p.m..weekends,holidays)
Any observer of an overflow and/or spill should call the Polk County
Sheriff's Department immediately. The Sheriffs Department will then contact a-
-'Town employee that is designated to be on call from a list which'the Sheriffs
Dept. is provided.

I. Authority _ .__ ....:.
This Spill Response Action Plan (SRAP) is prepared pursuant -to NCDENR to
facilitate proper incident reporting procedures.
II. Purpose
This plan is.to be implemented in the event of a Sanitary Sewer Overflow,
(SSO) or spill within the Collection System. The plan was developed to insure the key
personnel response to every spill event within sixty (60) minutes of a reported event.
IILGeneral
The Spill Response Action Plan (SRAP) is designed to ensure that every
report" of a sewage overflow/spill incident is immediately dispatched to the
appropriate Sewer Department personnel for confirmation: Quick response
will minimi7.e the impact on. surface waters and on customer service. For
purposes of this SRAP,"confirmedsewage spill" is also sometimes
referred to as "sewer overflow ,"" overflow ,"or"SRAP"
IV. Objectives
The primary objectives of the SRAP-1-is to protect public health and the
environment, satisfy regulatory agencies and waste discharge- permit conditions
which address procedures for managing sewer overflows.
Additional objectives of the SRAP are as.follows:
Protect collection system personnel and wastewater -treatment plant.
- Protect the collection system, wastewater treatment facilities and all
appurtenances.
- Protect private and public property beyond the collection and treatment
facilities:

V. CONTACTS
- PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.
95 WALKER STREET
COLUMBUS, NC 28722
828-894-8236(OFFICE)
828-894-0432(FAX-)
TOWN MANAGER: TIM HOLLOMAN
PUBLIC WORKS EMPLOYEES:.
WELL PAGE (PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR) 828-899-0681
ROBERT ROSSETER (WWTP ORC)
828-899-0688
RICKY A. MCGUINN (COLLECTIONS ORC)
-- 828-899-0687
JAMES K SMITH JR..(BACKUP ORC)
828-899-0685
BERT GIBBS
828-899-0683
AND AnT-GH -
8-28-899=06-86-
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V. B. Overflow/ Spill Response Procedure,
The Overflow/spill Response Procedurepresentsa strategy for the Town of
Columbus Public Works Department to mobilize labor, materials, tools, and equipment to
correct or repair any condition that may cause or contribute to- an unpermitted discharge.
The plan considers a wide range of potential system failures that could create an overflow
to surface waters, land, or buildings.
In the event of an overflow and/or spill, designated Wastewater Collection - "
personnel shall respond to the call within 30 minutes, and the designated personnel must
be on site of the overflow within 2 hours.
C. Equipment List and Spare Parts Inventory -
Pumping Stations —Spare Parts Inventory; All.Utility Department -pumping
stations are -of the "Duplex" type and have reliable operating history. in addition, there
are spare pumps or rotating assemblies for all of the pump stations.
D. Access to Cleaning Equipment
Equipment: US Jetter Sewer.Jetter Vac. Unit.
Ford 8000 Pump truck
Caterpillar 420D Backhoe
JCB Backhoe
Chevy 3500 Dump truck
Ford 7000 Dump Truck
2 Ford F250 4x4 Service Trucks
John Deere 5200 Tractor
2 Trash pumps
Ingersoll-Rand Air Compressor
Manhole Ventilators
Gasoline Powered Generators
Lights Mounted On Stands

VI. Receipt of Information Regarding an SSO.
An overflow maybe detected by. City employees ,or the -general public. The Town
of Columbus is responsible to -act based on received phone calls or reports on possible
sewage overflow from the wastewater disposal system, and to provide 'im_ mediate
response to investigate and/or correct reported sewer overflow.
1: Relevant information available regarding the overflow includes: .
a.. Time and date call was received
b. Specific location
c.. Description of problem
d: Time possible overflow was noticed by the caller_ - .
- e. Caller's name and phone number
f. Observations of the caller
g. Other relevant information that will,. enable the Town Of -Columbus Public
Works Department'to quickly. locate, assess, and stop the overflow.
This initial information is recorded in the Collection System Sanitary Sewer.
Overflow Reporting Form.
2: The Town -of Columbus Public Works Department completes the Sewer
Overflow. Report. within 24 hours of the overflow confirmation and provides the
information to the NCDENR.
If the overflow will. affect bathing areas. during the bathing season, or public
drinking water intakes, -the Town of-Columbus'shall notify, the NCDENR contact person
within two hours of becoming aware -of the discharge.
V4. Dispatch of Sewer Maintenance Personnel to Site of Sewer Overflow
Failure, of any element within the wastewater disposal system that threatens
to cause or causes a SSO must trigger an immediate response to isolate and correct the
problem. Personnel and equipment. must be available to respond to any SSO locations.
A. Dispatching Maintenance Personnel
1. When the Town of Columbus receives notification of a potential sewer
overflow outlined in Section VI, Town'of Columbus Public Works dispatches
maintenance personnel with appropriate -resources as required.

VIL B. Maintenance Personnel Instruction
1. Dispatch maintenance personnel by telephone or radio. Assign :and
appropriate personnel; materials; supplies and equipment needed.
2. The telephone operator must verify that the entire message has _
been received and acknowledged by the maintenance personnel who were
dispatched. All personnel being dispatched to the site of an SSO proceed
immediately to'the site of the overflow. Report any delays or conflicts in
assignments immediately for resolution.
3. In all cases response. maintenance personnel report their findings,
including possible. damage to private and public property.
C, Additional Resources
1. The Public Works Director.receives and conveys to appropriate parties
requests for additional personnel, material, supplies, and equipment for
:maintenance personnel working at the site of a sewer overflow.
D. Preliminary. Assessment of Damage to -Private and Public Property
1. The Town maintenance personnel shall :use discretion in their
actions as -reasonably as they can. They must be -aware that the Town could
face increased liability for any further damages inflicted to private property
during such assistance.
2. -The Town maintenance personnel shall not enter private property
for -purposes of assessing unless authorized by the by the Public Works.
Director.
3., The Town maintenance personnel shall take appropriate still
photographs and/or video footage; if possible, of the sewer overflow impacted
area in order to thoroughly document the nature and extent of impacts. Retain
photographsfor filing with.theOverflow Report,. .
E. ' Field Supervision and Inspection
1. The Public Works Director visits, the. site :of the sewer overflow to
ensure that provisions of the Overflow Response Plan and other directives are
met.'
2. The Public Works Director or Authorized Town Representative
notifying NCDENR within the specified time and submitting the Overflow
Reportto NCDENR.

V1I; F. Coordination with Hazaidous,Material Response
1. Upon arrival at the scene of a. sewer overflow, should a suspicious
substance'(e:g., oil sheen, foamy residue) be found on the ground surface, or should a
suspicious odor (e.g., gasoline) not common to the sewer system be detected, the Town'
sewer maintenance crew shall immediately contact the Public Works Director for
guidance before taking further action.
2. -.Should the Public Works Director determine the need to alert the
hazardous material response team, the maintenance personnel awaits the contracted
hazardous waste team response. -
3. Contact the NCDENR -
: 4. Upon arrival of the hazardous material response.team, -the Town
sewer maintenance personnel take direction from the person with the lead -authority -of -
that team. Only when that authority determines, it is safe, and, appropriate for the Town
the SRAP with the contaminant, clean-up activities and,
sewer personnel to proceed under
correction.
VM. Overflow Correction, Containment, and Cleanup
This section describes specific actions to be performed by the Town of -
Columbus personnel during a SSO.
The objectives of these actions are:
To protect public health, environment and.property from sewage "
overflows and restore surrounding area back to normal as. soon as possible;
- To establish perimeters and control zones with appropriate traffic
cones and barricades, vehicles or use of natural topography (e.g., hills, berms);
- To promptly notify the regulatory agency with preliminary overflow
information and potential impacts;
To contain the sewer overflow to the maximum extent possible
including preventing the discharge of sewage into surface waters; and
- To minimize the Town the Columbus's exposure to any=regulatory
agency penalties and fines.
Under most circumstances; the Town of _Columbus can handle all response
actions with its own maintenance forces.'They have the skills and experience to respond
rapidly and in the most appropriate manner. An important issue respect to an
emergency response is to ensure that the temporary actions. necessary to divert flows and
repair the. problem do not produce a problem elsewhere in the system. :

VM. Overflow Correction, Containment, and Cleanup(cont'd)
Circumstances may arise when the Town of Columbus could benefit from the
support of private -sector construction -assistance. This may be true in the case of large
uiring sheet piling and dewatering should excavation.
diameter pipes buried to depths req
be required. The town.of Columbus may also choose to use private contractors for open
operations that might exceed one day to complete.
A. Responsibilities of Public Utility Personnel Upon Arrival
1. It is the responsibility of the first personnel who arrive at the site of'a _
sewer overflow to protect the health and safety of the public by mitigating the impact of .
the overflow to the maximum. extent possible. Should the overflow not be the _
responsibility of the Town of Columbus but there is imminent danger to public health,
public or private property; or the quality of waters of the state, then the -Public Works
Director takes prudent emergency action until the responsible party `assumes- ;
responsibility and provides. actions.
2. Upon arrival at a SSO, the Town Sewer maintenance personnel performs
the following:
a. Determines the cause of the overflow ,e.g. sewer line blockage, pump -
station mechanical or electrical failure, sewer line break, etc.
b. Identifies and requests assistance or additional` resources to correct the
overflow or to assist in determination of it's cause.
c. Takes immediate steps to stop the overflow, e.g. relieves pipeline
blockage, manually operates pump station controls, repairs pipe, etc. Extraordinary steps
may be considered where overflows from private property threaten public and safety(e.g.,
and overflowing running off to private property into the public right -of way).
d. Requests additional personnel, materials; supplies, or equipment that
will expedite and minimize the impact of the overflow:

VIH. Overflow Correction,. Containment, and Cleanup(cont'.d)
B. Initial Measures for Containment
1 Initial measures to contain the overflowing sewage and recover where
possible sewage, which has already been discharged, minimizing impact to public health
or the environment. ;
2. Determine the immediate destination of the overflow, e.g.. storm drain,
street curb gutter, body of water, stream bed, etc. _
3. Identify -and request the necessary materials and equipment to contain or ;
isolate the overflow; if not readily available.
4. Take immediate steps to contain the overflow, e.g:; block or bag•storm
drains, recover through vacuum truck, divert into downstream manhole, ete;r -
C. Additional Measures Under Potentially Prolonged Overflow Conditions
1. In the event of a prolonged sewer line blockage or a sewer line collapse,
set up a portable by-pass pumping operation around the obstruction.
2. Take appropriate measures to determine the proper size and number of
pumps required to effectively handle the sewage flow.
-3. implement continuous or periodic monitoring of the by-pass pumping
operation as required
.4.. Address regulatory agency issues:in conjunction with emergency repairs.
D. Cleanup
1. Clean sewer overflow sites. thoroughly after an overflow. No readily
identified residue (e.g., sewer solids,. papers, rags, plastics; -and rubber products) is to
remain.
2. Whenever possible digital photos should be taken of -the area before and
after cleanup.
3. Where practical; thoroughly flush the area and clean of any sewage or
wash -down water. Solids and debris are to be flushed, swept, raked, picked-up,.and
transported for proper disposal.
4. Secure the overflow -area to prevent contact by members of the public
until the site has been thoroughly cleaned,

Vim Overflow Correction, Containment, and,Cleanup (cont'..d). ;::.....
5. Where appropriate, disinfect and deodorize the overflow site.
6. Where sewage has resulted in ponding, pump the pond dry and dispose
of the residue in accordance with applicable regulations and,policies. .
IX. Sewage Overflow Report
The Sewer Overflow Report contains information which is required to be
reported to. NCDENR.
A. If the overflow will affect bathing during bathing season, or public
drinking water intakes, the Town shall notify the NCDENR contact person orally, within
two -hours of becoming aware of the discharge. T
B. If the overflow results in, a fish kill, notify the NCDENR contact
person within two hours of becoming aware of the discharge. .
C. The Public Works Director completes a Sewer System Overflow
Report (Ref. Appendix a). The Director promptly notifies NCDENR when the overflow
is eliminated. Information regarding the sewer overflow includes the following:
1. Determination if the sewage overflow had reached surface waters,.:
i.e., all overflows where sewage was observed running into surface waters, or there was
obvious indication (e.g. sewage residue) that sewage flowed into surface waters:
2. Determination that the sewage overflow had not reached surface
waters by describing conditions at the sewage overflow, which supportthis
determination.
3. Determination of the start time of the sewer overflow by one of
the following methods:
a. Date and time information received and/or reported to have
begun and later substantiated by Town sewer maintenance personnel.
b. visual observation.

IX. Sewage Overflow Report'(cont'd)
4. Determination of the stop time of the sewer overflow by one of the following
methods:
a. When the blockage is cleared or flow is controlled or contained; or
b. The arrival time of the Town sewer maintenance personnel, if the overflow
stopped between the time it was reported and the time of arrival.
5. Visual observations.
a. An estimation of the rate of sewer overflow in gallons per minute (GPM)
by one of the following criteria
b. Direct observations of the overflow; or ' T
C.
Measurement of actual overflow rate from the sewer main.
6. Determination of the volume of the sewer overflow..
7. Photographs of the event, when possible .
8. Assessment of any damage to the exterior areas of public/private property.
Town sewer maintenance -personnel shall enter private property for purposes of
estimating damage to structures, floor and wall coverings, and other personal property
= without authorization from the Public Works Director..,.
X. Customer Satisfaction
A. The Public Works Director follows up in person or by telephone with the.
entity who was reporting the -overflow.
B. The cause of the overflow and its resolution will be disclosed. .

XI. Public Advisory Procedure
This section describes the actions the Town of Columbus will take, in cooperation
with NCDENR to limit public' access -to areas'potentially impacted by unpernutted
discharges of pollutants to surface water bodies from the wastewater, collection system. i
A.. Temporary Signage . .
1. The Town of Columbus has primary responsibility for determining
when to post notices of polluted surface water bodies or ground surfaces that result from
uncontrolled wastewater discharges from its facilities. The postings do not necessarily .
prohibit use of recreational area, unless posted otherwise,, but.proved a warning of
potential public health risks due to sewage contamination.
2. The Public Works Director will,determine if postizj-of a -confirmed
overflow is necessary.
B. Other Public Notification -
1. Should the posting' surface water bodies or ground surfaces
subjected to a sewer overflow be deemed necessary by the Public Works Director, the
Director determines the need for further public notification.
MI. Regulatory Agency Notification Plan
A. . The Regulatory, Agency Notification Plan establishes procedures, .
which the Town of Columbus follows to provide formal notice to NCDENR as necessary
in the event of a SSO. .
B. Agency notifications will be performed in parallel with other internal'
notifications. Intemal notification and mobilization of Town sewer maintenance
personnel. are established in Overflow -Response Procedure. -
C. Using data supplied during the verification process and updates from
the maintenance personnel, the Public Works Director prepares initial and final Overflow .
reports. Initial report will be provided orally to NCDENR and if necessary the local
health department within two (2) hours or 24 hours from the time the Town became
aware of the SSO.
1. If the overflow will affect bathing areas during the bathing.. :
season, or public drinking water intakes, the Town shall notify NCDENR contact person
and the Health Department person orally, within two hours of becoming aware of the
discharge.

MI. Regulatory Agency Notification Plan (cont..d) :_ .......
_2. If the overflowresults in a fish kill, notify NCDENR contact .
person within two hours of becoming aware of the discharge.
D. Prepare and provide final report to the regulatory agency within `
five(5) days after the Town becomes aware of the overflow. Submit by mail. The Public
Works Director prepares written notification to the appropriate agency of any confirmed.
-overflows. The Director signs these, notifications.. Regardless of other notifications, a
Report of Noncompliance form is required to be submitted with the monthly Discharge
Monitoring Report.
E. Immediate Notification
1: If the overflow will affect bathing -areas during the -bathing"
season,'or public drinking water intakes, the Town shall notify NCDENR contact person
within two hours of becoming aware of the discharge.
2. If the overflow results in a fish kill, notify NCDENR contact
person within two hours of becoming aware of the discharge.
F. Secondary Notification
.1. -Public Works Director may contact other agencies, as necessary,
as well as other interested and possibly impacted parties.
X11I.: - Maintenance of SRAP "
A. The SRAP will be reviewed on an annual basis. Possible amendments
can include:
1. Change in procedures -
2. Change in contact personnel
3. " Changes due to regulatory requirements

Town of Columbus
Spill Response Plan
Permit # WQCS00140
Standard Operating Procedure
1. Record time of initial call
2. Contact supervisor or�forenian
3. Record time of arrival
4. Assess extent of spill
(a) After initial assessment does it warrant state notification
(b) If spill is, on going notify daily
5. Call for additional personnel or contractors
6. Contain and isolate spill if possible
7. Repair damage
-8. Clean-up spill area and rope off
9. Complete report and fax to state within 24 hours
IO.Perform post spill assessment

Contractors .
Henson's Inc.
[phone]
Mack Henson
(864) 457=4385
Ellis Fincher Jr.
[phone]
- Stepp Construction
[phone]
Triple A Septic & Wastewater Removal ,
[phone]
Stacy Price -
[phone].
Town of Tryon WWTP
.[phone]
Deborah Bradley. [phone]
Joel Burrell .
[phone] .
Pipeline Supply
[phone]
Tommy Marchman
[phone] _
Home.
.(864) 98.4-5076
Sunbelt Rentals
[phone]
Richard Truck
[phone] .
Albright Sanitation
George Geisler. .
[phone].

June 25 2009
Collection System Permit No. WQCS00140
Town of Columbus
POB 146
Columbus, NC 28722
-NC DENR Collection Svstem- Form CSA 10105-
-Attachment A for Condition V (4)-
=High Priority List -
Aerial: Between MH# 114 & 115- Stream Crossing
Between MH# 287 & 290- Above Ground
Between MH# 284 & 286- Above Ground
Between MH# 404 & 124- Stream Crossing
Between MH# 121 & 122- Stream Crossing
Between MH# 146 & 149- Stream Crossing
.Between MH# 182 & 183- Stream Crossing
Between MH# 350 & 351- Stream Crossing
Between MH# 288 & 289- Stream Crossing

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43
(b) Existing plumbing, at or in a site that uses .common plumbing for all 'services .at that
site.
(B) Alternative pretreatment technology includes, but is not limited to, devices that are used to trap,
separate and hold grease from wastewater and prevent it from being discharged into the sanitary sewer
collection system. All alternative pretreatment technology must be appropriately sized and approved by
the. Public _Works. Director/Town Engineer.,
(Ord. passed - -) .
§.53.33 WASTEWATER DISCHARGE LE IITATIONS:
No user shall allow wastewater discharge concentration from subject grease interceptor; grease trap
.or alternative pretreatment technology to-exceed-100 milligrams per liter, aIs,defined by method EPA'test
method 1664.
(Ord. passed -
§ 53.34 GREASE INTERCEPTOR REQUIREMENTS.
(A) Grease interceptor sizing and installation shall conform to the current edition of the Uniform
Plumbing Code.
(B) Grease interceptors shall be constructed in accordance with a design approved by the Public
Works Director/Town Engineer and -shall have a minimum of two compartments with fittings designed
for grease retention..
(C) A grease interceptor shall be installed at a location where it shall be easily. accessible for
inspection, cleaning,. -and removal of intercepted grease. The grease interceptor may not"be installed in
any part of. the building where food is handled. .The location of the grease. hiterceptor. must meet the .
approval of the Public Works Director/Town Engineer'. .
_(D)-'All grease interceptors shall be serviced and emptied of accumulated waste content as required
in order to maintain minimum design capability or effective volume. These devices should be inspected
at least monthly. Users who are required to maintain a grease interceptor shall:
(1) .Provide for a minimum hydraulic retention time in accordance with the Uniform Plumbing
Code; and
(2) Remove any, accumulated grease cap ' and sludge' pocket as - required. Grease interceptors
shall be kept free of inorganic solid materials such as grit, rocks, gravel, sand, eating utensils, cigarettes,
shells, towels, rags, and the like, which could settle into this. pocket and thereby reduce- the effective
volume of the device.

44 Columbus - Public Works
(E) All records will be made -available for on -site inspection by representative of the town during
all operating hours.
(F) Sanitary wastes are not allowed to be connected to sewer lines intended for grease interceptor
service.
(G) Except as .provided herein, fora period of one year following adoption of this subchapter;
although installation of grease interceptors will be required, no enforcement actions will be taken under
this subchapter -for failure to achieve limits on -grease discharges from grease interceptors.. 'If, during this
one-year period, an obstruction of a sewer main(s) occurs that causes a sewer overflow to the extent that
an impact on the environment is realize&and if the overflow or failure of the sanitary sewer collection
system to convey sewage can be attributed in.part or in whole to an accumulation'of grease in the sewer
main(s), the town will take appropriate enforcement actions, as stipulated in the Industrial Pretreatment.
Enforcement, Plan and Sewer Use Ordinance, againstAhe generator or contributor of the grease.
(H) Access manholes, with a minunum diameter of 24 inches, shall be provided over each grease
interceptor chamber and sanitary tee. The access manholes shall extend at least to finished grade and be
designed and maintained to prevent water inflow or infiltration. The manholes shall also have readily
removable covers to facilitate inspection, grease removal; and wastewater sampling activities.
(Ord. passed - -)
§ 53.35 GREASE TRAP REQUIREMENTS.
(A) Upon approval by the Public.Works Director/Town Engineer, a grease trap complying with.the
provisions of this section must be installed in the waste line leading from sinks, drains, and other fixtures
or equipment in food service establishments where grease may be introduced into the drainage or sewage,
system inquantities that can effect line stoppage or hinder sewage treatment or private sewage disposal.
(B) Grease traps sizing and installation shall conform to the Uniform Plumbing Code.
(C)- No grease trap shall be installed which has a stated rate flow of more than 55 gallons per
minute,- nor less than 20 gallons per minute, except. when specially approved by the Public Works
Director/Town Engineer.
. (D) Grease traps shall be maintained. in efficient operating conditions by periodic removal of the
accumulated grease.. No such collected grease shall be introduced into any drainage piping, or public or
private sewer.
(E) Wastewater in excess of 1:40°F/.60°C shall not be discharged into a grease trap.
(F) Except as provided herein, for a period of one year following adoption of this subchapter,
although installation of grease traps will be required, no enforcement actions will be taken under this
subchapter for failure to achieve limits on grease discharges from the facility. If, during this one-year
period, an obstruction of a sewer main(s) occurs that causes a sewer overflow to the extent that an impact

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on the environment is realized andthe overflow or failure of the sanitary sewer collection system to
convey sewage can be attributed in part or in whole to an accumulation of grease, in the sewer main(s), -
the -town will take. appropriate enforcement actions, as stipulated in . the Industrial . Pretreatment
Enforcement Plan and Sewer Use Ordinance, against the generator or contributor of such grease.
(Ord. passed - -)
§ 53.99 PENALTY.
Any unauthorized connection to the town. sewer system, and for every day of ,violation of this
chapter thereafter, constitute a -separate misdemeanor punishable by not more than $500 fine nor more
than 30 days imprisonment; or both for each count. Notwithstanding this, the Town Council may in lieu
of criminal prosecution,, utilize any civil remedies, including'an action for damages and or for injunctive - . . .
and other equitable relief.
(Ord. 97=11-07, passed 11-6-1997)

Town of Columbus
Capital Improvement Project-Summai-y
De artment Project Name Justification Project Descri pion
Cost Timeline
6,280 of 8" SDR 35 PVC, 22 maidioles, 44 service lice
Sewer Blanton Dr Area No Sewer service in area , I'uiii Station, cut and replace pavement $75U,000
1Zi hl of
g vay oveigiown, large
trees, signs of lnhltrahon to
Hatch
system may have old
Clear trees from line, repair manholes & Sectionof line
Sewer
lines froin Mill culvert
where infiltration is occurring
$250,000
Blanton Street
Area now served by 2" line which
6,000 LI' of G" water distrubutiom on line with fire
Water
Water Line
is inadequate & no fire protection
hydrants
$400,000
Existing sewer collection line needs to be replaced with
Sewer
Texaco Sewer Line Line is at capacity
-grade,
larger line 2,000' & Manholes
$2UO,UU0
Walker Street
Line is detorialed, built on
Server Lines ott Walker ST is very steep, old and does
Sewer
Sewer Lines
sub'ect.to faiure .
not have adequate fall:
$150,UOU
Jean Clu�istopher
Sewer
Street Sewer
Future growth
Extend G" collection line from Ward to Penial Rd
$100,000
Sewer
Penial Road Area
No Sewer service in area
5,040 LI of 8" collection line, 22 manholes, pump
station, pavement
Tryon .Estates discharge is
$600,000
overloading existing pump St.
Tryon Estates
Need pump station for
New pump Station 3,550 4" force main, 3300' of 8"
Sewer
Pump Station
I louston Road
development alone
Old line detorialed, extend line to
gravity, ) manholes, Pro Perty right of ways
Iteplace old line that is delriorated,
$315,000
_
Sewer
Sewer
increase service area
subject to
infiltration, extend line to I louslon Rd
$350,000
Locust Street
Water
Water Line
Existing line is not adequate
Extend G" line approx. 2000 L17 to replace old 2" line
$25,000
Sewer
Park Street Sewer
No Sewer service in area
Construct 4000 to 50U0 LP of G" collection lines to
serve growth in, this area
C iv,�
oz-4
Replace Parisi
•'
'
$4UU,000
�-
Sewer
•i
enviroiltuental_issues
od irone area ub'ect
to Iloodimg, .breakdown etc.
$250,000
i
Back -Up
- Sewe
Water
Generators
State Requested, Loss of Power
� ps sl
Need Generators al W IV 1 taut, 5 Sewer Pum, 4
wells
$250000

�k%
�4/16/2013
Town of Columbus
Budget Analysis 60 Water and Sewer Enterprise
. _•__ A Is
Reporting For 4/1/2013 to 4/30/2013
Account Description
AccountNo
Cur Month
YTD Actual
Budget Yr.
INCOME
Water Sales
60-3710-510
33571.10
419235.43
507900.00
c-Sewe?Sales
M601,13TO1NM,
-�3308, 58
3'9,7028t63=
, - 4'8i11385T
Municipal Flat Monthly
60-3710-512
2429.67
30732.71
37000.00
Water Tap Fees
60-3710-521
0.00
3443.51
3450.00
Sewer Tap Fees
60-3710-522
0.00
1660.49
2045.00
Dumping Fees -Sewer
60-3710-524
825.00
16800.00
20000.00
Penalty Charges
60-3710-580
1397.08
23603.34
23000.00
Investment Earnings
60-3710-581
115.06
418.27
1000.00
T/S/C Line Grant Rural
60-3839-801
0.00
62900.00
0.00
Grant for Hydraulic Stu
60-3839-806
0.00
0.00
22000.00
T/S/C Line Revenue
60-3839-807
0.00
0.00
20.00
I Ih i
I -� Page I
YTD Variance %
-88664.57
84;35 13
-6267.29
-6.49
-384.51
-3200.00
603.34
-581.73
62900.00
-22000.00
-20.00
TOTAL INCOME
71425.49
955822.38
1097800.00
-141977.62
EXPENSES
Salaries and Wages
60-7110-121
6565.23
119719.87
163605.00
43885.13
Salaries OT/PT
60-7110-123
1071.70
15849.99
16000.00
150.01
Council Salaries
60-7110-124
0.00
4500.00
4500.00
0.00
Administration/40 I K
60-7110-134
-256.00
5964.03
8868.00
2903.97
FICA Taxes
60-7110-181
580.29
10654.33
14084.00
3429.67
Retirement
60-7110-182
-430.13
7954.48
11954.00
3999.52
Group Insurance
60-7110-183
2674.02
30450.59
35674.00
5223.41
Worker Compensation Ins
60-7110-186
0.00
5604.60
6450.00
845.40
Accounting
60-7110-191
0.00
2938.00
2938.00
0.00
Community Alert Notific
60-7110-193
0.00
630.00
630.00
0.00
Professional Services
60-7110-199
883.57
8806.28
8000.00
-806.28
Uniforms
60-7110-212
83.14
502.32
520.00
17.68
Safety
60-7110-230
0.00
676.90
1000.00
323.10
Gas, Oil, Grease
60-7110-251
325.03
3477.46
6800.00
3322.54
Office Supplies
60-7110-252
0.00
153.73
400.00
246.27
Expendable Equip & Supp
60-7110-260
12.40
1683.05
6000.00
4316.95
Maintenance of Equipmen
60-7110-262
0.00
748.12
2500.00
1751.88
Other Supplies & Materi
60-7110-290
120.34
1611.98
500.00
-1111.98
Data Processing Supplie
60-7110-291
52.04
130.07
400.00
269.93
Maintenance of Vehicle
60-7110-310
25.13
1313.00
3000.00
1687.00
Telephone
60-7110-321
115.38
1078.11
1700.00
621.89
Postage
60-7110-322
0.00
2352.81
2600.00
247.19
Electricity
60-7110-331
3239.57
32917.11
45000.00
12082.89
T/S/C Joint. Line Utilit
60-7110-335
65.19
1253.14
3000.00
1746.86
Advertising
60-7110-370
0.00
43.90
250.00
206.10
Lab Services &, Testing
60-7110-390
883.00
3265.00
5500.00
2235.00
Equipment Rental
60-7110-430
0'.00
20.00
200.00
180.00
Insurance
60-7110-450
0.00
6275.54
7490.00
1214.46
Staff Development
60-7110-460
361.81
894.06
2200.00
1305.94
Building Maintenance
60-7110-580
0.00
0.00
300.00
300.00
Hydraulic Study
60-7110-594
1700.00
39965.00
44000.00
4035.00
Water Lines/Well Mainte
60-7110-595
3409.09
35596.99
36400.00
803.01
T/S/C Water Line Constr
60-7110-596
0.00
62900.00
0.00
-62900.00
Salaries / Wages
60-7130-121
5542.34
71881.41
113197.00
41315.59
Salaries OT/PT
60-7130-123,
447.90
6273.00
16000.00
9727.00
Council Salaries
60-7130-124
1500.00
1500.00
4500.00
3000.00
401(K)
60-7130-134
-70.00
3549.12
6347.00
2797.88
FICA Taxes
60-7130-181
573.01
6110.29
10228.00
4117.71
Retirement
60-7130-182
-345.01
4533.66
8556.00
4022.34
Health Insurance
60-7130-183
2907.12
18027.58
24237.00
6209.42
Worker Compensation Ins
60-7130-186
0.00
5511.34
6340.00
828.66
Accounting
60-7130-191
0.00
2938.00
2938.00
0.00
Community Alert Notific
60-7130-193
0.00
630.00
630.00
0.00
Professional Services
60-7130-199
471.58
9846.42
15000.00
5153.58
Uniform
60-7130-212
83.14
457.27
520.00
62.73
Safety
60-7130-230
0.00
334.70
800.00
465.30
Gas, Oil, Grease
60-7130-251
325.03
3477.44
5400.00
1922.56
Expendable Equip & Supp
60-7130-260
420.00
8751.05
11500.00
2748.95
Maintenance of Equipmen
60-7130-262
0.00
5337.41
4000.00
-1337.41
82.54
-� 2?°4'8'
83.06
99.81
81.20
84.00
102.62
41.83
0.00
0.00
87.07
73.18
99.06
100.00
67.25
75.65
66.54
85.36
86.89
100.00
100.00
110.08
96.60
67.69
51.14
38.43
28.05
29.92
322.40
32.52
43.77
63.42
90.49
73.15
41.77
17.56
59.36
10.00
83.79
40.64
0.00
90.83
97.79
63.50
39.21
33.33
55.92
59.74
52.99
74.38
86.93
100.00
100.00
65.64
87.94
41.84
64.40
76.10
133.44

jr
Printed 4/16/2013
Account Description
Lift Stations
Data Processing Supplie
Maintenance of Vehicle
Telephone
Postage
Electricity
Advertising
Lab/Other Services
Sludge Hauling
Equipment Rental
Insurance and Bonds
Staff Development
Building Maintenance
Sewer Line Maintenance
WWTP Design WK Dickson
WWTP Loan Closing
D/S Generator #9
D/S BBT # 10 '
2003 Hwy 26 Sewer D/S
D/S Saluda/Tryon Water
D/S Town Hall # 11
D/S Town Hall/Barn # 12
D/S ARRA Loan Manhole C
Contingency
WWTP Debt Reserve
TOTAL EXPENSES
TOTAL INCOME
NET TOTALS
<< End of Report»
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Budget
Analysis 60 Water and
Sewer Enterprise i-j
Reporting For 4/1/2013 to 4/30/2013
AccountNo
Cur Month
YTD Actual
Budget Yr.
YTD Variance
%
60-7130-270
0.00
5704.44
3000.00
-2704.44
190.15
60-7130-291
52.03
69.17
300.00
230.23
23.26
60-7130-310
25.12
815.37
2500.00
1684.63
32.61
60-7130-321
165.04
1523.34
1800.00
276.66
84.63
60-7130-322
0.00
1297.51
1400.00
102.49
92.68
60-7130-331
3821.52
35884.89
42000.00
6115.11
85.44
60-7130-370
0.00
245.04
400.00
154.96
61.26
60-7130-390
673.00
7155.85
10000.00
2844.15
71.56
60-7130-391
0.00
245.00
16000.00
15755.00
1.53
60-7130-430
0.00
0.00
400.00
400.00
0.00
60-7130-450
0.00
7944.19
9480.00
1535.81
83.80
60-7130-460
300.00
578.88
1200.00
621.12
48.24
60-7130-580
0.00
134.85
1000.00
865.15
13.49
60-7130-594
0.00
13871.23
20000.00
6128.77
69.36
60-7130-605
2945.41
41603.98
0.00
-41603.98
60-7130-606
0.00
60000.00
0.00
-60000.00
60-7130-709
0.00
23288.28
23375.00
86.72
99.63
60-7130-710
0.00
52352.64
52353.00
0.36
100.00
60-9100-710
101946.20
115504.85
115505.00
0.15
100.00
60-9210-007
29076.20
34656.48
34657.00
0.52
--100.00
60-9210-497
0.00
14226.59
14227.00
0.41
100.00
60-9210-498
0.00
11726.48
11727.00
0.52
100.00
60-9210-499
3740.47
3740.47
3741.00
0.53
99.99
60-9400-000
0.00
0.00
26494.00
26494.00
0.00
60-9400-010
0.00
0.00
33585.00
33585.00
0.00
----------
176080.90
-----------
-----------
991659.28
-----------
-----------
1097800.00
-----------
-----------
106140.72
-----------
90.33
71425.49
955822.38
1097800.00
-141977.62
87.07
-104655.41
-35836.90
0.00
-35836.90

Printed 4/16/2013 Town of Columbus
-valance Sheet 60 Water and Sewer Enterprise rein
Reporting As Of 4/30/2013
ASSETS
Cash on Hand
• Checking Account.
D tY.EV q2 h
CD
GD
Customer Accounts Receivable
Sales Tax Refund Receivable
Land
Water and Sewer Distribution S
Equipment .
Town Hall
Public Works Barn
Vehicles
CIP for WWTP Upgrades
Accumulated Depreciation
TOTAL ASSETS
LIABILITIES
Accrued Vacation/Comp
Accrued Payroll
Customer. Deposits
NOTES PAYABLE
TOTAL LIABILITIES
EQUITY/FUND BALANCE
Invested In Capital Assets Net
Unrestricted Net Assets
Y-T-D Net Income
TOTAL EQUITY/FUND BALANCE '
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY/FUND BALANCE
Page I
230.00
69;770�58 .
a
76,822134
2,307.16
41,111.66
5,497,028.59
662,064.34
213,931.75
79,524.79
149,981.05
238,892.36
-2,812,484.57
51050,281.32
15,863.75
2,499.12
53,850.45
2,351,338.32
------------
2,423,551.64
1,718,711.66
943,854.92
-35,836.90
2,626,729.68
5,050,281.32

Schedule 2 (1 of 2)
TOWN OF COLUMBUS, NORTH CAROLINA
WATER AND SEWER FUND -- SCHEDULE OF REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES
BUDGET AND ACTUAL (NON GAAP)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED NNE 30, 2012
Revenues:
Water sales:
Charges for services
Municipal fees
Total
S wei sales:.
Charges_ fore seivice
Water and sewer taps
Other operating revenues
Total operating revenues
Non -operating revenues:
Grant revenues
Interest income
Total non -operating revenues
Total revenues
Operating expenditures:
Water and sewer administration:
Salaries and employee benefits
Outside services
Utilities
Telephone
Repairs and maintenance
Equipment rental
Materials and supplies
Office supplies and postage
Advertising
Uniforms
Staff development
Professional services
Safety program and equipment
Insurance
Capital outlay
Contingency
Miscellaneous
Total operating expenditures
Debt service:
Debt interest
Debt principal
Total debt service
Total, expenditures
Revenues over (under) expenditures
Other financing sources:
Note proceeds
Net change in fund balance
Variance
Favorable
Budget
Actual
(Unfa_ v
$
521,658
5
543,161
$ 21,503
37,000
36,604.
(396)
$
558,658
$
. 579,765
$ 21,107
$
515,127
$ 526,625
$ 11,498
$
5,310
$
5,613
$ 303
$
500
$
517
$ 17
$ 1,019,595 $ 1,112,520 $ 32,925
$ 8,680 $ 8,680 $ -.
,; 1,100 2,559 1,459
9,780 $ 11,239 1 1,459
$ 1,089,375 $ 1,123,759 $ 34,384
$ 405,380 $ 388,280 $ 17,100
44,560 39,575 4,985
89,800 87,320 2,480
3,500 2,921 579 -,
75,245 44,170 31,075
900 30 870
30,200 25,174 5,026
5,000 4,158 842
650 358 292
1,120 1,025 95
3,400 1,411 1,989
31,980 26,198 5,782
1,800 847 953
19,785 17,882 1,903
291,535 - 291,535
61,729 - 61,729
2,865 2,864 1
$ 1,069,449 $ _ 642,213 $ 427,236
$ 78,758 $ 78,400 358
190,418 190,417 1
$ 269,176 $ 268,817 $ 359
$ 1,338,625 $ 911,030 $ 427,595
$ (249,250) $ 212,729 $ 461,979
$ 249,250 ' $ - $ (249,250)
$ $ ."� $. .212,729
53.

Schedule 2 (2 of 2)
TOWN OF COLUMBUS, NORTH CAROLINA
WATER AND SEWER FUND -- SCHEDULE OF REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES
P, GET AND ACTUAL (NON GAAP)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2012
Reconciliation from budgetary basis
(modified accrual) to full accrual:
Depreciation $ (195,003)
Principal payment on debt 190,417
Change in net assets $ 208,143

' ,. '. Sri •.'6•:°{�5 `.
TOWN OF COLUMBUS, NORTH CARO­LINA
= ` STATEMENT OF NET, ASSETS .r
PROPRIETARY FUND
JUNE 30, 2012
Assets
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents
Accounts receivable, net
Due from other governments
Prepaid items
;i. Total current assets
Noncurrent assets:
Capital assets:
Land and construction in progress
Other capital assets, net of depreciation
Total capital assets, net
Total assets
Liabilities and Net Assets
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities .
Customer deposits
Compensated absences, 'current
Installment obligations, current
r Total current liabilities
Non -current liabilities:
Compensated absences
Installment obligations, non -current
Total noncurrent liabilities
Total liabilities
Net assets:
Invested in capital assets, net of related debt
Unrestricted
Total net assets
Exhibit 6
Water and
$ 957,941
94,879
8,720
2,280
$.1,063,820
$ 280,005
3,790,045
$ 4,070,050
$ 5,133,870
$ .61,268
42-,831
3,173
190,264
$ 297,536
$ 12,691.
2,161,074
$ 2,173,765
$ 2,471.,301
$ 1,718,712
943,857
$ 2,662,569
The accompanying notes are an integral partbf these. financial statements.
22

Town of Columbus, North Carolina
Capital Improvement Plan
Est.
Dept
Project Name
Project Descripjion
Cost
Timeline
. Status
Sewer
Replace Farm PS
Prone to breakdown and in flood prone area
$268,000
2008
Complete
Sewer
Bi-Lo Sewer Line
Existing line needs to be replaced w/ larger
$194,000
2008
Complete
line & manholes
Sewer
Misc. WWTP
Mechanical screen, aeration basin
$2,685,000
2009110
Delayed
improvements, new clarifier, rehab. Existing
clarifier, sludge digestion and holding
improvements, Cl contact improvements,
electrical improvements
Water
Meter Replacement
Upgrade meters to radio read
$175,000
2008109
3 out 4 phases
(45,000
complete
remaining
Water
Fire Hydrant
Replace 8 Fire Hydrants
$32,000
2009110
1 out of 2 phases
Replacement
complete
Sewer
Milliken. Line
Repair manholes and line to prevent infiltration
$280,000
2009110
1 out of 2 phases
complete
Sewer
Hospital PS
Rehab PS
$520,000
2010111
Delayed
Water
New Well & Water Main
New Well & 8,000 LF of 6" Water Main
$660,000
2011112
Delayed
Water
Beachwood Upgrade
5 fire hydrants and 3,000 LF of 6"
$180,000
2009110
Delayed
Sewer
Thorne Ave.
750 LF of 6" line
$24,000
2009/10
Delayed
Sewer
Peak Street
100 LF of 6" line
$5,000
2009110
Delayed
Sewer
Houston Road
Replace 1,200 LF of 6" line
$46,000
2009110
Delayed
Water
Locust Street
Extend 6" sewer line 200 LF and replace old 2"
$30,000
2009/10
Delayed
line
Sewer
Hi hwood PS
Rehab PS
$175,000
2011112
Sewer
Tryon Estates
New PS, 3,550 LF of force main, 3,300 LF of 8"
$600,000
2011112
gravity, 9 manholes, and ROW acquisition
Water /
Generators
Replace 5 generators
$190,000
2007
2 out of 5 phase
Sewer
complete
Street
Resurfacing
Annually resurface
$60,000
Ongoing
Street
Sidewalks
$20,000
Ongoing
Sewer
Regional W & S Study
Water & Sewer
$8,000,000
2010111
Street
Courthouse / Gibson ,
Regrade, resurface, replace sidewalks, install,
$980,000
2011112
In progress
Recommendation
green space, lighting
Parks
Veteran's Park
Stage / land / rehab fountain
$154,000
2009/10
In progress
Expansion
Water
Water Storage Tank
Partner w/ Developer to Upsize their tank from
$250,000
2013/14
250,000 to 600,000 gallons
Water
Blanton Street Water
6,000 LF of 6" water line w/ fire hydrants •
$250,000
2014116
Line
Sewer
Walker Street Sewer
Replace 3,000 LF of 8" gravity sewer
$300,000
2015116
Lines
Streets
Resurfacing
Misc. Resurfacing
$300,000
Sidewalk
Misc. Sidewalks
Misc. Sidewalks
$260,000
Water
WWTP Well
New water supply well at the WWTP and
$525,000
2011/2012
connected to Town
Water
Asset Management Plan,
Asset Management Plan, PER, CIP, & Hydraulic
$"'000
2011/2012
'PER, CIP, & Hydraulic
Model
Model
***As prepared by WK Dickson & Co., Inc., Charlotte, NC-12/09***
""Updated 2/11 & 10/11****

Printed 3/18/2010 \ Town of Columbus
Budget Analysis 60 Water and Sewer Enterpris('�'__j'
Reporting For 3/1/2010 to 3/31/2010
Page 1
Account Description
AccountNo
Cur Month
YTD Actual
Budget Yr.
YTD Variance
%
INCOME
Water Sales
60-3710-510
32655.56
375136.34
528377.00
-153240.66
71.00
Sales
60-3710-51 l
28967.41
329212.27
469680.00
-140467.73
70.09
__qSewer
'Municipal Flat Monthly
_
60-3710-512
2352.39
27363.42
39000.00
-11636.58
70.16
Water Tap Fees
60-3710-521
0.00
4348.50
18000.00
-13651.50
24.16
Sewer Tap Fees ~
60-3710-5_22 M_
_
T 0.00
_..� Q•92__.___�
SOQO.QO _
_��__5000.00 n.ao-
umpi
'"��-� Dng Fees -Sewer
60-3710-524
1350.00
13350.00
15000.00
-1650.00
89.00
Penalty Charges
60-3710-580
696.65
12978.67
22000.00
-9021.33
58.99
interest earned
60-3710-581
0.02
4935.90
10000.00
-5064.10
49.36
ARRA Loan Proceeds
60-3835-831
0.00
114526.00
139365.00
-24839.00
82.18
Fund Balance Appropriat
60-3839-850
0.00
87213.00
67763.00
19450.00
128.70
Miscellaneous Revenue
60-3839-800
0.00
2371.72
8000.00
-5628.28
29.65
Planner Reimb Tryon
60-3839-895
0.00
8854.55
0.00
8854.55
TOTAL INCOME
-----------
66022.03
-----------
C980290.37
-----------
f 1322185.00
----------
-341-894.63
74.14
EXPENSES
\
Salaries and Wages
60-7110-121
4541.60
131555.73
186341.00
54785.27
70.60
Salaries OT/PT
60-7110-123
278.10
25812.04
24500.00
-1312.04
105.36
Council Salaries
60-7110-124
0.00
4500.00
4500.00
0.00
100.00
Administration/401K
60-7110-134
-220.00
6858.56
9717.05
2858.49
70.58
FICA Taxes
60-7110-181
368.88
12898.95
14867.09
1968.14
86.76
Retirement
60-7110-182
-292.40
7627.25
10999.70
3372.45
69.34
Group Insurance
60-7110-183 '
2419.02
30011.90
39466.00
9454.10
76.04
Worker Compensation Ins
60-7110-186
0.00
2917.53
3300.00
382.47
88.41
Accounting
60-7110-191
0.00
3250.00
3250.00
0.00
100.00
Professional Services
60-7110-199
1126.50
15597.05
20000.00
4402.95
77.99
Uniforms
60-7110-212
120.24
745.31
2700.00
1954.69
27.60
Safety
60-7110-230
0.00
1366.73
1400.00
33.27
97.62
Gas, Oil, Grease
60-7110-251
362.27
3561.28
5600.00
2038.72
63.59
Office Supplies
60-7110-252
0.00
1 363.21
900.00
536.79
40.36
Expendable Equip & Supp
60-7110-260
706.55
7661.65
7000.00
-661.65
109.45
Maintenance of Equipmen
6077110-262
0.00
1030.55
4118.00
3087.45
25.03
Other Supplies & Materi
60-7110-290
0.00
323.09
400.00
76.91
80.77
Data Processing Supplie
60-7110-291'
0.00
598.00
1000.00
402.00
59.80
Maintenance of Vehicle
60-7110-310
102.04
828.25
2600.00
1771.75
31.86
Telephone
60-7110-321
137.05
2081.68
5000.00
2918.32
41:63
Postage
60-7110-322
0.00
2448.54
2315.00
-133.54
105.77
Electricity
60-7110-331
2814.88
24912.75
38000.00
13087.25
65.56
Advertising
60-7110-370
0.00
220.05
2500.00
2279.95
8.80
Other Services
60-7110-390
0.00
1224.89
4000.00
2775.11
30.62
Equipment Rental
60-7110-430
9.00
313.25
1500.00
1186.75
20.88
Insurance
60-7110-450
0.00
4600.45
5003.00
402.55
91.95
Staff Development
60-7110-460
0.00
2647.17
4000.00
1352.83
66.18
Building Maintenance
60-7110-580
0.00
409.31
2405.00
1995.69
17.02
Water Lines/Well Mainte
60-7110-595
440.45
59465.69
71483.35
12017.66
83.19
Salaries / Wages
60-7136-121
5024.80
138926.90
172148.00
33221.10
80.70
Salaries OT/PT
60-7130-123
103.47
1428.4.79
16500.00
2215.21
86.57
Council Salaries
60-7130-124
0.00
4500.001
4500.00
0.00
100.00
401(K)
60-7130-134
-110.00
7938.18
8607.40
669.22
92.23
FICA Taxes
60-7130-181
388.22
12599.10
13169.32
570.22
95.67
Retirement
60-7130-182
-304.49
8953.93
9743.58
789.65
91.90
Health Insurance
60-7130-183
2144.01
27385.72
39466.00
12080.28
69.39
Worker Compensation Ins
60-7130-186
0.00
2868.11
3245.00
376.89
88.39
Accounting
60-7130-191
0.00
3250.00
3250.00
0.00
100.00
Professional Services
60-7130-199
1956.50
14040.53
22000.00
7959.47
63.82
Uniforms
60-7130-212
77.74
1551.39
1970.00
418.61
78.75
Safety
60-7130-230
0.00
1399.93
1400.00
0.07
100.00
Gas, Oil, Grease
60-7130-251
362.28
3544.19
6243.00
2698.81
56.77
Expendable Equip & Supp
60-7130-260
789.58
11068.26
10300.00
-768.26
107.46
Maintenance of Equipment
60-7130-262
0.00
5877.04
5919.00
41.96
99.29
Data Processing Supplie
60-7130-291
0.00
598.00
624.00
26.00
95.83
Maintenance of Vehicle
60-7130-310
0.00
243.10
500.00
256.90
48.62
Telephone
60-7130-321
137.05
1649.96
2800.00
1150.04
58.93
Postage
60-7130-322
0.00
685.00
685.00
0.00
100.00

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Page 2
Budget
Analysis 60 Water and
Sewer Enterprise4 Tr
Reporting For 3/1/2010 to 3/31/2010
Account Description
AccountNo
Cur Month
YTD Actual
Budget Yr.
YTD Variance
Electricity
60-7130-331
3630.38
28743.27
32000.00
3256.73
89.82
Advertising
60-7130-370
63.06
122.85
500.00
377.15
24.57
Lab/Other Services
60-7130-390
230.00
8327.52
15876.51
7548.99
52.45
Equipment Rental
60-7130-430
0.00
0.00
500.00
500.00
0.00
Insurance and Bonds
60-7130-450
0.00
7354.29
8000.00
645.71
91.93
Staff Development
60-7130-460
-19.43
1003.53
3000.00
1996.47
33.45
Building Maintenance
60-7130-580
0.00
214.55
2000.00
1785.415
10.73
Sewer Line Maintenance
„ 60-7130-594
20.00
11.538.07
41565.00
30026.93
27.76
Manhole Replacement Pro
60-7130-597
0.00
115651.17
139365.00
23713.83
82.98
D/S Generator #9
60-7130-709
0.00
23288.18
23375.00
86.82
99.63
D/S BBT # 10
60-7130-710
0.00
52352.64
52353.00
0.36
100.00
2003 Hwy 26 Sewer D/S
60-9100-710
0.00
16687.57
121763.00
105075.43
13.70
D/S BBT # 6
60-9210-003
0.00
5355.51
7141.00
1785.49
75.00
D/S BBT # 8
60-9210-005
0.00
4187.61
5584.00
1396.39
74.99
D/S BBT # 4
60-9210-006
0.00
1372.51
1373.00
0.49
99.96
Saluda/Tryon Water Line
60-9210-007
0.00
8661.66
39000.00
30338.34
22.21
D/S Town Hall # 11
60-9210-497
0.00
14226.59
14227.00
0.41
100.00
D/S Loan 12
60-9210-498
0.00
12627.11
12627.00
-0.11
100.00
TOTAL EXPENSES
-----------
27407.29
-----------
928909.62
-----------
1322185.00
-----------
393275.38
70.26
TOTAL INCOME
66022.03
980290.37
1322185.00
-341894.63
74.14
NET TOTALS
38614.74
51380.75
0.00
51380.75
<< End of Report>>

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Page 1
Budget
Analysis 60 Water and
Sewer Enterprise' _,J
Reporting For 3/l/2010
to 3/3112010
Account Description
AccountNo
Cur Month
YTD Actual
Budget Yr.
YTD Variance
%
INCOME
Water Sales
60-3710-510
32455.49
374936.27
528377.00
-153440.73
70.96
Sewer Sales
60-3710-511
28798.40
329043.26
469680.00
-140636.74
70.06
Municipal Flat Monthly
60-3710-512
2328.59
27339.62
39000.00
-11660.38
70.10
Water Tap Fees
60-3710-521
0.00
4348.50
18000.00
-13651.50
24.16
Sewer Tap Fees
60-3710-522
0.00
0.00
5000.00
-5000.00
0.00
Dumping Fees -Sewer
60-3710-524
1350.00
13350.00
15000.00
-1650.00
89.00
Penalty Charges
60-3710-580
658.30
12940.32
22000.00
-9059.68
58.82
interest earned
60-3710-581
0.02
4935.90
10000.00
-5064.10
49.36
ARRA Loan Proceeds
60-3835-831
0.00
114526.00
139365.00
-24839.00
82.18
Fund Balance Appropriat
60-3839-850
0.00
87213.00
67763.00
19450.00
128.70
Miscellaneous Revenue
60-3839-890
0.00
2371.72
8000.00
-5628.28
29.65
Planner Reimb Tryon
60-3839-895
0.00
8854.55
0.00
8854.55
TOTAL INCOME
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65590.80
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979859.14
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1322185.00
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-342325.86
74.11
EXPENSES
Salaries and Wages
60-7110-121
4541.60
131555.73
186341.00
54785.27
70.60
Salaries OT/PT
60-7110-123
278.10
25812.04
24500.00
-1312.04
105.36
Council Salaries
60-7110-124
0.00
4500.00
4500.00
0.00
100.00
Administration/401K
60-7110-134
-220.00
6858.56
9717.05
2858.49
70.58
FICA Taxes
60-7110-181
368.88
12898.95
14867.09
1968.14
86.76
Retirement
60-7110-182
-292.40
7627.25
10999.70
3372.45
69.34
Group Insurance
60-7110-183
2419.02
30011.90
39466.00
9454.10
76.04
Worker Compensation Ins
60-7110-186
0.60
2917.53
3300.00
382.47
88.41
Accounting
60-7110-191
0.00
3250.00
3250.00
0.00
100.00
Professional Services
60-7110-199
1126.50
15597.05
20000.00
4402.95
77.99
Uniforms
60-7110-212
120.24
745.31
2700.00
1954.69
27.60
Safety
60-7110-230
0.00
1366.73
1400.00
33.27
97.62
Gas, Oil, Grease
60-7110-251
362.27
3561.28
5600.00
2038.72
63.59
Office Supplies
60-7110-252
0.00
363.21
900.00
536.79
40.36
Expendable Equip & Supp
60-7110-260
706.55
7661.65
7000.00
-661.65
109.45
Maintenance of Equipmen
60-7110-262'
0.00
1030.55
4118.00
3087.45
25.03
Other Supplies & Materi
60-7110-290,
0.00
323.09
400.00
76.91
80.77
Data Processing Supplie
Maintenance of Vehicle
60-7110-291
60-7110-310
0.00
102.04
598.00
828.25
1000.00
2600.00
402.00
1771.75
59.80
31.86
Telephone
60-7110-321
137.05
2081.68
5000.00
2918.32
41.63
Postage
60-7110-322
0.00
2448.54
2315.00
-133.54
105.77
Electricity
60-7110-331
2814.88
24912.75
38000.00
13087.25
65.56
Advertising
60-7110-370
0.00
220.05
2500.00
2279.95
8.80
Other Services
60-7110-390
0.00
1224.89
4000.00
2775.11
30.62
Equipment Rental
60-7110-430
9.00
313.25
1500.00
1186.75
20.88
Insurance
60-7110-450
0.00
4600.45
5003.00
402.55
91.95
Staff Development
60-7110-460
0.00
2647.17
4000.00
1352.83
66.18
Building Maintenance
60-7110-580
0.00
409.31
2405.00
1995.69
17.02
Water Lines/Well Mainte
60-7110-595
440.45
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1 BS3-
011 .6 ;
83.19
Saltines ages
�-� 24.80
1389'N
172148.00
33227.10
80.70
Salaries OT/PT
60-71307123
103.47
14284.79
16500.00
2215.21
86.57
Council Salaries
60-7130-124
0.00
4500.00
4500.00
0.00
100.00
401(K)
60-7130-134
-110.00
7938.18
8607.40
669.22
92.23
FICA Taxes
60-7130-181
388.22
12599.10
13169.32
570.22
95.67
Retirement
60-7130482
-304.49
8953.93
9743.58
789.65
91.90
Health Insurance
60-7130-183
2144.01
27385.72
39466.00
12080.28
69.39
Worker Compensation Ins
60-7130-186
0.00
2868.11
3245.00
376.89
88.39 '
Accounting
60-7130-191
0.00
3250.00
3250.00
0.00
100.00
Professional Services
60-7130-199
1956.50
14040.53
22000.00
7959.47
63.82
Uniforms
60-7130-212
77.34
1551.39
1970.00
418.61
78.75
Safety
60-7130-230
0.00
1399.93
1400.00
0.07
100.00
Gas, Oil, Grease
60-7130-251
362.28
3544.19
6243.00
2698.81
56.77
Expendable Equip & Supp
60-7130-260
789.58
11068.26
10300.00
-768.26
107.46
Maintenance of Equipmen
60-7130-262
0.00
5877.04
5919.00
41.96
99.29
Data Processing Supplie
60-7130-291
0.00 •
598.00
624.00
26.00
95.83
Maintenance of Vehicle
60-7130-310
0.00
243.10
500.00
256.90
48.62
Telephone
60-7130-321
137.05
1649.96
2800.00
1150.04
58.93
Postage
60-7130-322
0.00
685.00
685.00
0.00
100.00

` Printed 3/17/2010
Account Description
Electricity
Advertising
Lab/Other Services
Equipment Rental
Insurance and Bonds
Staff Development
Building Maintenance
Sewer Line Maintenance
Manhole Replacement Pro
D/S Generator #9
D/S BBT # 10
2003 Hwy 26 Sewer D/S
D/S BBT # 6
D/S BBT # 8
D/S BBT # 4
Saluda/Tryon Water Line
D/S Town Hall # 1 I
D/S Loan 12
TOTAL EXPENSES
TOTAL INCOME
NET TOTALS
«End of Report»
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Town of Columbus
Budget
Analysis 60 Water and
Sewer Enterprise`L,-1
Reporting Fora/1/2010 to 3/31/2010
AccountNo
Cur Month
YTD Actual
Budget Yr.
60-7130-331
3630.38
28743.27
32000.00
60-7130-370
63.00
122.85
500.00
60-7130-390
230.00
8327.52
15876.51
60-7130-430
0.00
0.00
500.00
60-7130-450
0.00
7354.29
8000.00
60-7130-460
-19.43
1003.53
3000.00
60-7130-580
0.00
214.55
2000.00
60-7130-594
20.00
11538.07
5 5.00
60-7130-597
0.00
115651.1.7
139365.00
60-7130-709
0.00
23288.18
23375.00
60-7130-710
0.00
52352.64
52353.00
60-9100-710
0.00
16687.57
121763.00
60-9210-003
0.00
5355.51
7141.00
60-9210-005
0.00
4187.61
5584.00
60-9210-006
0.00
1372.51
1373.00
60-9210-007
0.00
8661.66
39000.00
60-9210-497
0.00
14226.59
14227.00
60-9210-498
0.00
12627.11
12627.00
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27407.29
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928909.62
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1322185.00
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YTD Variance %
3256.73
89.82
377.15
24.57
7548.99
52.45
500.00
0.00
645.71
91.93
1996.47
33.45
1785.45
26.93 A-
10.73
27.76
23713.83
82.98
86.82
99.63
0.36
.100.00
105075.43
13.70
1785.49
75.00
1396.39
74.99
0.49
99.96
30338.34
22.21
0.41
100.00
-0.11
100.00
393275.38 70.26
65590.80 979859.14 1322185.00-542325.86 74.11
38183.51 50949.52 0.00 50949.52

NCDENR
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U L 2 7 2009
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natur a ources r
Division of Water Quality
WATER QUALITY SECTION
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H: Sullins ASHEVILLE REGIONAL O,€1eEFre man
Governor J Director Secretary"
July 20, 2009
Robert Rosseter
Public Works Director
Town of Columbus
PO Box 146
Columbus, NC 28722-0146
Subject: Permit No. WQCS00140 Renewal
Town of Columbus
Wastewater Collection System
Polk County
Dear Mr. Rosseter:
In accordance with your application received on June 29,.2009, we are forwarding herewith Permit No.
WQCS00140, dated July 20, 2009, to the Town of Columbus for the operation and maintenance of the subject
wastewater collection system.
This permit shall be effective from the effective date of February 1, 2010 until January 31, 2015. This permit shall
be subject to the conditions and limitations specified herein. It is your responsibility to thoroughly review this
permit. Please pay particular attention to the monitoring and reporting requirements in this permit and any
compliance schedules shown in bold.
For purposes of permitting, the collection system is considered to be any existing or newly installed system
extension up to the wastewater treatment facility property or point of connection with a separately owned sewer
system. The collection system is considered all gravity lines, pump stations, force mains, low pressure sewer
systems, STEP systems, vacuum systems, etc. and associated piping, valves and appurtenances that help to
collect, manage and transport wastewater to a wastewater treatment plant under the Permittee's ownership or
maintained and operated by the Permittee through a perpetual legal agreement. Satellite systems are systems
tributary to the'Permittee's collection system but those collection systems are not owned or maintained by the
Permittee. The system description provided on Page 1 of this permit is meant to provide a general idea about the
size of the system and may not be all inclusive of the collection system at the time of permit issuance or
afterward.
A release of wastewater from the wastewater collection system is referred to herein as a Sanitary Sewer Overflow
(SSO). The evaluation of enforcement options after a SSO will be determined considering the criteria listed in
condition I(2)(a) and I(2)(b) of the permit and all other relevant information available or requested of the
Permittee. Compliance with all conditions of the permit as well as all statutes and.regulations pertaining to the
collection system must be maintained or appropriate.enforcemerit actions may be taken as noted in Condition
VI(2).
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A reportable SSO is a SSO greater than 1,000 gallons to the ground or a SSO of any amount that reaches surface
water (including through ditches, storm drains, etc.) Below is the procedure to use for reporting SSOs to the
Division:
1. Report by telephone to a Division of Water Quality staff member (not facsimile or voicemail) at your
regional DWQ office during regular business hours (Monday to Friday, 8AM to 5PM) as soon as
possible, but in no case more than 24 hours after the SSO is known or discovered. To report outside of
regular business hours, call [phone].
2. Follow up the verbal report by sending a completed written report on the most current Division approved
form within five days.
To provide a uniform method for all systems covered under this permit and to provide useful and consistent
information pertaining to SSOs, a new spill reporting form has been developed (October 2003). Form CS-SSO
consists of two parts. Part I serves to provide to the Division the required information that has always been
necessary. Part II serves as an area to provide a justification for the spill, as optional under Condition I(2) of your
permit. Form CS-SSO can be downloaded from
http://h2o.enr.state.ne.us/peres/Collection%2OSystems/CollectionSystemsHome html from the SSO Reporting
area.
An NOV, civil penalty, and/or a moratorium on the addition of waste to the system may be issued if adequate
justification for an, SSO is NOT submitted to the regional office. In order to submit a claim for justification of an
SSO, you must use the Form CS-SSO with additional documentation as necessary. DWQ staff will review the
justification claim and determine if enforcement action is appropriate. Please be advised that the information
needed to justify a spill is very comprehensive. Begin using this form immediately to report SSOs from the
collection system. Continue to use our old form for reporting bypasses at the wastewater treatment plant until
further notice. The time frame for submittal of both Part I and Part II, if pertinent, is five days.
Failure to abide by the conditions in this permit may subject the Permittee to enforcement action. If any parts,
requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, you have the right to request an
ad.udicatory hearing upon written request within thirty days following the receipt of this permit. This request
must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and
filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714. Unless
such demands are made, this permit shall be final and binding.
If you have questions regarding compliance contact your regional office or the Pretreatment, Emergency
Response and Collection Systems Unit of the North Carolina Division of Water Quality at (919) 807-
6300. If you need additional information concerning this permit, please contact the Pretreatment,
Emergency Response and Collection Systems Unit at [phone].
Sincerely,
Coleen H. Sullins
cc: Polk County Health Department
Rich McGuinn, Wastewater Collection System ORC
`Roy -Davis, Asheville Regional Office, Surface Water Protection Section;'
Technical Assistance and Certification Unit
Water Quality Central Files
PERCS Files
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NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
RALEIGH
SYSTEM -WIDE WASTEWATER' COLLECTION SYSTEM PERMIT,
In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North Carolina as amended,
and other applicable Laws, Rules, and Regulations
PERMISSION IS HEREBY GRANTED TO
Town` of Columbus
Polk County
FOR THE
operation and maintenance of a wastewater collection system consisting of, at the time of permit issuance, 'approximately
18.5 miles of gravity sewer, approximately 1.5 miles of force main, 5 duplex pump stations, and all associated piping,
valves, and appurtenances required to make a complete and operational wastewater collection system to serve the Town of
Columbus and any deemed permitted satellite communities, pursuant to the application received on June 29, 2009, and in
conformity with the documents referenced therein and other supporting data subsequently filed andapproved by the
Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit.
This permit shall be effective from the February 1, 2010 until January 31, 2015, and shall be subject to the following
specified conditions and limitations:
I. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
1. The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the Town of Columbus Wastewater
Treatment Facility (NC0021369) prior to being disposed into the receiving stream. This collection system permit
will be referenced upon renewal or modification of your NPDES permit(s).

2. The wastewater collection system shall be effectively managed, maintained and operated at all times so that there
is no SSO to land or surface waters, nor any contamination of groundwater. In the event that the wastewater
collection system fails to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall
take immediate corrective actions, including actions that may be required by the Division of Water Quality
(Division), such as the construction of additional or replacement sewer lines and/or equipment.
The Director may take enforcement action against the Permittee for SSOs that must be reported to the Division as
stipulated in Condition IV(2). This includes SSOs that were caused by severe natural conditions or exceptional
events unless the Permittee demonstrates through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or other
relevant evidence that:
a) The SSO was caused by severe natural conditions; there were no feasible alternatives to the SSO, such as
the use of auxiliary treatment facilities, retention of untreated wastewater, reduction of inflow and
infiltration, use of adequate back-up equipment, or an increase in the capacity of the system. This
provision is not satisfied if, in the exercise of reasonable engineering judgment, the Permittee should have
installed auxiliary or additional collection system components, wastewater retention or treatment
facilities, adequate back-up equipment or should have reduced inflow and infiltration; or
b) The SSO was exceptional, unintentional, temporary and caused by factors beyond the reasonable control
of the Permittee; the SSO could not have been prevented by the exercise of reasonable control, such as
proper management, operation and maintenance; adequate treatment facilities or collection system
facilities or components (e.g., adequately enlarging treatment or collection facilities to accommodate
growth or adequately controlling and preventing infiltration and inflow); preventive maintenance; or
installation of adequate back-up equipment;
The Permittee can submit a claim to the Division Regional Office that the SSO meets the criteria of this condition.
The Permittee has the option of submitting this claim along with the spill report required by Condition IV(2) (i.e.,
within five days) in order to be considered for immunity from enforcement action. Form CS-SSO Part II, or most
current Division approved form, shall be used for any claims. The Permittee has the burden of proof that the above
criteria have been met.
3. The Permittee shall establish by ordinance its legal authority to require new sewers be properly constructed; to
ensure proper inspection and testing of sewer mains and service laterals; to address flows from satellite systems
and to take enforcement action as required by Condition I(4).
4. The Permittee shall develop and implement an educational fats, oils and grease program that shall include at least
bi-annual distribution of educational material targeted at both residential and non-residential users. The Permittee
shall also develop and implement an enforceable fats, oils and grease program for non-residential users under
which the Permittee can take enforcement against users who have not properly installed, operated and maintained
grease traps or grease interceptors as directed or otherwise violated the terms of the local ordinance pertaining to
fats, oils and grease.
5. The Permittee shall adopt and implement a Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) to designate funding for reinvestment
into the wastewater collection system infrastructure. The CIP should address the short-term needs and long-term
"master plan" concepts. The CIP should typically cover a three to five year period and include a goal statement,
description of the project area, description of the existing facilities, known deficiencies (over a reasonable period)
and forecasted future needs. Cost analysis is integral to the CIP.
6. Existing overflow piping from manholes and pump stations, excluding piping to approved equalization structures,
known or discovered after permit issuance shall be immediately removed or permanently capped. Plugged
emergency pumping connections are allowable for portable pumping or rerouting without intentionally bypassing
the wastewater facility.

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7. The Permittee 'shall maintain a contingency plan for pump failureat each pump station. If one of the pumps in a
pump station containing multiple pumps fails, the process of repairing, or replacing the pump shall be initiated
immediately and the new parts or pump shall. be installed as soon as possible. If the pump in a simplex pump
station fails, it shall be replaced immediately.
8.: Each pump station shall be clearly and conspicuously posted with a pump station identifier and an emergency
contact telephone number,at which an individual who can initiate or perform emergency service for the
wastewater collection system 24 hours per day, sevendays per week can be contacted. This emergency contact
telephone number shall be coupled.with instructions that the emergency contact should be called if the visual
alarm illuminates, if the audible alarm sounds, or if an emergency is apparent.
9. Pump station sites, equipment and components shall have restricted access, per 15A NCAC 02T .305(h)(4).
10. Pump stations that do not employ an automatic polling feature (i.e. routine contact with pump stations from a
central location to check operational status of the communication system) shall have both audible and visual high
water alarms. The alarms shall be,weather-proof and placed in a'clear and conspicuous location. Permits issued
for the construction of pump stations that included high water alarms in the description must maintain the alarms
even if simple telemetry (i.e., notification of an alarm condition initiated by the pump station control feature) is
installed.
11. For all newly, constructed, modified and rehabilitated pump stations, all equipment and components located within
the pump station shall be corrosion -resistant and components in close proximity of the pump station shall be
sealed within.a corrosion -resistant coating or encasement.
12. All construction and rehabilitation of the wastewater' collection system (i.e., permitted or deemed permitted) shall
be scheduled to minimize the interruption -of service 'by the existing utilities., Construction and rehabilitation shall
not result in the violation of Condition (I)(2) of this permit.,
H. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
I.'_ Upon classification of the collection system by the Water Pollution Control System Operators Certification
Commission (WPCSOCC), the Permittee shall designate and employ a certified operator to be in responsible
charge (ORC) and one or more certified'operator(s) to be back-up ORC(s) of the facilities in accordance with 15A
NCAC 8G .6201. The ORC shall visit the system within 24 hours of knowledge of a bypass, spill, or overflow of
wastewater from the system, unless visited by the Back -Up ORC, and shall comply with all other conditions of
15A NCAC- 8G .0204.
2. The Permittee shall develop and adhere to a schedule for reviewing all inspection, maintenance, operational and
complaint logs. If the review process results in the identification of any recurring problem in the wastewater
collection system that cannot be resolved in a short time period, the Permittee shall establish a plan for addressing
the problem(s).
3. The Permittee shall develop and adhere to a schedule for testing emergency and standby equipment.
4.. The Permittee shall develop and implement a routine pump station inspection and maintenance program, which
shall include, but not be "limited to, the following maintenance activities:
a. Cleaning and removing debris from the pump station structure, outside perimeter, and wet well;
b. Inspecting and exercising all valves;
c. Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other mechanical equipment according to the manufacturer's
recommendations; and
d. Verifying the -proper operation of the alarms, telemetry system and auxiliary equipment.
For each pump station without pump reliability. (i.e. simplex pump stations 'serving more than a single building or
pump stations not capable of pumping at a rate of 2.5 times the average daily flow rate with the largest pump out
of service), at least one fully operational spare pump capable of pumping peak flow shall be maintained on hand.

6. The Permittee shall maintain on hand at least two percent of the number of pumps installed,, but no less than two
pumps, that discharge to a pressure sewer and serve a single building, unless the Permittee has the ability to
purchase and install a replacement pump within 24 hours of first knowledge of the simplex pump failure or within
the storage capacity provided in any sewer line extension permit.
7. Rights -of -way and/or easements shall be properly maintained to allow accessibility to the wastewater collection
system unless the Permittee can demonstrate the ability to gain temporary access in an emergency situation where
existing land -use conditions do not allow the establishment and maintenance of permanent access. In this. case,
the Permittee shall continue to observe the lines visually, utilize remote inspection methods (e.g. CCTV) and use
the opportunity of drier conditions to perform further inspections and necessary maintenance.
8. The Permittee shall assess cleaning needs, and develop and implement a program for appropriately cleaning,
whether by hydraulic or mechanical methods, all sewer lines. At least 10 percent of the wastewater collection
system, selected at the discretion of the ORC, shall be cleaned each year. Preventative cleaning is not required for -
sewer lines less than five years old unless inspection otherwise reveals the need for cleaning or cleaning is
required by a sewer line extension permit.
9. Adequate measures shall be taken to contain and properly dispose of materials associated with SSOs. The
Permittee shall maintain a Response Action. Plan that addresses the following minimum items;.
a. Contact phone numbers for 24-hour response, including weekends and holidays;
b. Response time;
c. Equipment list and spare parts inventory;
d. Access to cleaning equipment;
e. Access to construction crews, contractors and/or engineers_;
f. Source(s) of emergency. funds;
g. Site sanitation and clean up materials; and -
h. Post-SSO assessment.
10. The Permittee, or their authorized representative, shall conduct an on -site evaluation for all SSOs as soon as
possible, but no more than two hours after first knowledge of the SSO.
11. In the event of a SSO or blockage within the wastewater collection system; the Permittee shall restore the system
operation, remove visible solids and paper, sanitize any ground area and restore the surroundings.
III. RECORDS
1. Records shall be maintained to document compliance with Conditions 1(4), II(2), - II(4), II(7) - II(8), IV(3) and
V(1) -V(4). Records shall be kept on file for a minimum of three years.
2. The Permittee shall maintain adequate records pertaining to SSOs, and complaints for a minimum of three years.
These records shall include, but are not limited to, the following information:
a. -Date of SSO or complaint;
b. Volume of wastewater released as a result of the SSO and/or nature of complaint;
c. Location of the SSO and/or complaint;
d. Estimated duration of the SSO;
e. Individual from the Division who was informed about the SSO and/or complaint, when applicable;
f. Final destination of the SSO;
g. Corrective actions;
h. Known environmental/hurnan health impacts resulting from the SSO; and
i. How the SSO was discovered.

3. The Permittee shall maintain an up-to-date, accurate, comprehensive map of its wastewater collection system that
also notes the locations where other wastewater collection systems become tributary. If a comprehensive map of
the collection system has not been established, a rough sketch shall be drawn. The Permittee shall map
approximately 10 percent of its existing collection system each year for the next ten years,(beginning at original
permit issuance date), or until complete, whichever is sooner. The comprehensive map shall include, but is not
limited to: pipe size, pipe material, pipe location, flow direction, approximate pipe age, number of active service
taps, and each pump station identification, location and capacity.
4. The Permittee shall maintain records of all of the modifications and extensions to the collection system permitted
herein. The Permittee shall maintain a copy of the construction record drawings and specifications for
modifications/extensions to the wastewater collection system for the life of the modification/extension.
Information concerning the extension shall be incorporated into the map of the wastewater collection system
within one year of the completion of construction. The system description contained within this permit shall be
updated to include this modification/extension information upon permit renewal.
IV. MONITORING AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
1. Any monitoring (including, but not necessarily limited to, wastewater flow, groundwater, surface water, soil or
plant tissue analyses) deemed necessary by the Division to ensure surface water and groundwater protection will
be established, and an acceptable sampling and reporting schedule shall be followed.
2. The Permittee shall verbally report to a Division of Water Quality staff member at the Asheville Regional Office,
at telephone number 828-296-4500 as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours following the
occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of either of the following: -
a. Any SSO and/or spill over 1,000 gallons; or
b. Any SSO and/or spill, regardless of volume, that reaches surface water.
Voice mail messages or faxed information shall not be considered as the initial verbal report. SSOs (and other
types of spills) occurring outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division of Emergency
Management at telephone number [phone] or [phone]. Persons reporting any of the above
occurrences shall file a spill report by completing Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved
form), within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report shall outline the actions taken or
proposed to ensure that the problem does not recur. Per Condition 1(2), Part II of Form CS-SSO (or the most
current Division approved form) can also be completed to show that the SSO was beyond control.
1 The Permittee shall meet the. annual reporting and notification requirements provided in North Carolina General
Statute §143-215.1C.
V. INSPECTIONS
1. The Permittee or the Permittee's designee shall inspect the wastewater collection system regularly to reduce the
risk of malfunctions and deterioration, operator errors, and other issues that may cause or lead to the release of
wastes to the environment, threaten human health or create nuisance conditions. The Permittee shall keep an
inspection log or summary"including, at a minimum, the date and time of inspection, observations made, and any
maintenance, repairs, or corrective actions taken, by the Permittee.
2. Pump stations without Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems or telemetry shall be
inspected everyday (i.e. 365 days per year). Pump stations equipped with SCADA systems or telemetry shall be
inspected at least once per week.
3. A general observation of the entire collection system shall be performed throughout the course of every year.

4. Inspections of all high priority lines (i.e. aerial line, sub -waterway crossing, line contacting surface waters,
siphon, line positioned parallel to stream banks that are subject to eroding in such a manner that may threaten the
sewer line, or line designated as high -priority in a permit) shall be performed at least once per every six-month
period of time. A list of high -priority lines is presented below is hereby incorporated into this permit condition.
New high priority lines installed or identified after permit issuance are incorporated by reference and subject to
this permit condition until permit renewal where they shall be referenced in writing.
• Between MH #114 & 115-Stream Crossing
• Between MH #287 & 290 Above Ground
• Between MH #284 & 286- Above Ground
• Between MH #404 & 124- Stream Crossing
• Between MH #121 & 122-Stream Crossing
• Between MH #146 & 149-Stream Crossing
• Between MH 4182 & 183-Stream Crossing
• Between MH # 350 & 351-Stream Crossing
• Between MH #288 & 289-Stream Crossing
VI. GENERAL CONDITIONS
1. This permit is not transferable. In the eventthat the Permittee desires to transfer ownership of the wastewater
collection system or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit modification request shall be
submitted to the Division. The request shall be accompanied by documentation from the parties involved, and
other supporting materials as may be appropriate. Such request will be considered on its merits and may or may
not be approved.
2. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit may subject the Permittee to an
enforcement action by the Division in accordance with North Carolina General Statute § 143-215.6A through
§ 143-215.6C, and a sewer moratorium may be established.
3. The issuance of this permit does not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes, rules,
regulations, or ordinances that may be imposed by other government agencies (i.e., local, state, and federal)
having jurisdiction, including but not limited to applicable river buffer rules in 15A NCAC 2B .0200, soil erosion
and sedimentation control requirements in 15A NCAC Chapter 4 and under the Division's General Permit
NCG010000, and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 2B,.0200 and 15A NCAC 02T .0100
and all applicable North Carolina Occupational Safety and Health Act health and safety standards.
4. The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the Division from reopening and modifying the permit, revoking and
reissuing the permit or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations contained in 15A
NCAC 02T .0100 and North Carolina General Statute §143-215.1 et. al., or as needed to address changes in federal
regulations with respect to the wastewater collection system.
5. The Permittee shall pay the annual fee within thirty (30) days after being billed by the Division. Failure to pay
the fee accordingly may cause the Division to initiate action to revoke this permit as specified by 15A NCAC 02T
.0110(4).
6. The Permittee shall request renewal of this permit at least six months prior to the expiration of this permit. Upon
receipt of the request, the Commission will review the adequacy of the wastewater collection system described
therein, and if warranted, will extend the permit for a period of time and under such conditions and limitations, as
the Commission may deem appropriate.
7. The Permittee shall notify the Division's Pretreatment, Emergency Response and Collection Systems Unit in
writing at 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 of any changes to the name and/or
address of the responsible party (i.e. mayor, city/town manager) of the wastewater collection system.

8. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or representative of the Division may, upon presentation of credentials,
enter and inspect any property, premises or place on or related'to the collection system at any reasonable time for
the purpose of determining compliance with this permit, may inspect or copy any records that must be maintained
under the terms and conditions of this permit, and may -obtain samples of wastewater, groundwater, surface water,
soil, or plant tissue.
9. The Collection System operator/contact shall keep a copy of this permit on hand and be able to produce it upon
request of the Division during compliance inspection or other on -site visit.
Permit issued this the 20th dgy of Jul 2009 with effective date of February 1, 2010
NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Permit Number WQCS00140

Ascenzo, Tom
From: Davis, Roy
Sent: Friday, July 17, 2009 1:16 PM
To: Ascenzo, Tom
Subject: RE: WQCS00140 renewal
looks fine; roy
Roy Davis - [e-mail]
North Carolina Dept. of Environment and Natural Resources
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Quality - Surface Water Protection
2090 U.S. 70 Highway
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Notice: E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and
therefore may be disclosed to third parties.
From: Ascenzo, Tom
Sent: Friday, July 17, 2009 9:11 AM
To: Davis, Roy
Subject: WQCS00140 renewal
Roy, please review draft for WQCS00140 renewal thanks.. Tom
Thomas B. Ascenzo
Environmental Specialist
North Carolina Dept. of Environment & Natural Resources
PERCS UNIT
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699
919-807-6312
Please note new e-mail address: tom.ascenzo0ricdenr.eov
E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be
disclosed to third parties.
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Ascenzo, Tom
From: Ascenzo, Tom
Sent: Friday, July 17, 2009 9:1.1 AM
To: Davis, Roy
Subject: WQCS00140 renewal
Attachments: WQCS00140draft.doc
Roy, please review draft for WQCS0014.0 renewal thanks.. Tom
Thomas B. Ascenzo
Environmental Specialist
North Carolina Dept. of Environment & Natural Resources
PERCS UNIT
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699
919-807-6312
Please note new e-mail address : [e-mail] `
E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be
disclosed to third parties.
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06/29/09
Permit Number WQQS00140
Permit Tracking Slip
Program Category.
Status • Project Type
Non -discharge
In review Renewal
Permit Type
Version Permit Classification
Collection system management and operation
A Individual
Primary Reviewer
Permit Contact Affiliation
tom.ascenzo
Coastal SW Rule
Permitted Flow
800000
Facili
Facility Name
Columbus Collection System
Location Address
PO Box 146
Columbus NC 287220146
Owner
Major/Minor Region
Minor Asheville
County
Polk
Facility Contact Affiliation
Wendell D. Pace
611 E McGuinn Rd
Mill Spring NC 28756
Owner Name
Owner Type
Town of Columbus
Government - Municipal
Owner Affiliation
Tim H.'Holloman
PO Box 146
Columbus NC 287220146
Dates/Events
Scheduled
Orig Issue App Received Draft Initiated Issuance
Public Notice Issue Effective Expiration
02/21/05 06/29/09
Regulated Activities
Requested/Received Events -
Wastewater collection
Additional information received
Region comments on draft requested
Region comments on draft received
Additional information requested
Outfall NULL
Waterbody Name - Stream Index Number Current Class Subbasio

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Governor
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North Carolina Department of -Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality..
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Director
June 29, 2009
ROBERT ROSSETER
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
TOWN OF COLUMBUS
PO BOY 146
COLUMBUS NC 28722-0146
Subject: Acknowledgement of Application No. WQCS00140 and Request for Signature
Collection System Management and Operation
Town of Columbus,
Polk County
Dear Mr. Rosseter:
Dee Freeman
Secretary -
The PERCS Unit .of the Division of Water Quality (Division) acknowledges receipt of your permit application and -
supporting materials on June 29'. 2009; however, on initial review it was noted that the Applicant's Certification was not
signed. I am returning page 3 which contains the Applicant's Certification for signature. -Once I have received this page,
the renewal process will continue.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at 919-807-6304 - -
Cc: PERCS Unit File
Sincerely,
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Dina Sprinkle
Point Source Branch
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ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 One
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NorthCarolina
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Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director Dee Freeman
Secretary
June 15, 2009
Robert Rossetter, Public Works Director
Town of Columbus
P.O. Box 146
Columbus, NC 28722-0146
SUBJECT: Renewal of System -Wide Collection System Permit
Town of Columbus Collection. System
Polk County
Permit No. WQCS00140
Dear Mr. Rossetter:
This letter is a reminder that the subject permit, issued/amended 2/21/05 is set to expire on 1/31/10. Per permit condition
VI, 6 and 15A NCAC 2T .0109, a renewal application should be received 180 days prior to expiration which in this case is
no later than August 4, 2009. If this date has passed, please respond as soon as possible to avoid a compliance violation.
The application for the renewal is Form CSA 10105 and can be downloaded using the following steps:
1. Go to http://h2o.enr.state.ne.us/
2. Click on Collection Systems under the wastewater heading on the right
3. Click on Applications from the navigation bar on the left
4. Click on Wastewater Collection System Application —New or Renewal (FORM CSA 10105)
As an informational item, this permit does not replace the sewer extension permits issued for construction of sewers.
These permits begin with WQ while operation and maintenance based permits begin with WQCS. Where permit
applications such as FTA_12-07ver4, PSSA 03/08 or PSFMGSA 03/08 or any current sewer extension permit application
requests a downstream permit number, do NOT use your system -wide permit number. It is recommended that your record
drawings show the issued permit number so the correct number can easily be identified for future extensions.
This will be the only reminder provided as it is ultimately the Permittee's responsibility to track permits. If you have any,
questions or difficulty in downloading the application form please call me at 919-807-6383.
Sincerely,
Deborah Gore
PERCS Unit Supervisor
Cc: Roy Davis, Asheville Regional Office
. SWP — CF Permit No.WQCS00140
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 One
Phone: [phone] FAX [phone] Customer Service:1-877-623•6748 NorthCarolina
Internet: www.ncwaterqual4.org
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Division of Water Quality
- INSTRUCTIONS FOR FORM: CSA 10/05
(SYSTEM WIDE WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEMS)
AN ONLINE VERSION OF THIS FORM IS AVAILABLE FROM http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/peres under Collection Systems
A. Application Form (All Application Packages):
✓ Submit one original and one copy of the completed and appropriately executed application form. The instructions do
not need to be submitted.
B. Application Fee:
✓ There is no application fee. The Penmittee will be billed for an annual fee upon issuance of the permit. For facilities
less than one million gallons per day, the annual fee is $810. For those over, the annual fee is $1310.
C. For New Applications:
✓ In Section III of this application, please reference the attached permit which is divided into Sections I — VI. We have
only included permit conditions in Section III of this application for which we have historically offered reasonable
compliance schedules.
✓ Review the attached draft permit. Indicate which conditions need compliance schedules and give a specific schedule
for implementation in Section 111. Grease education and recordkeeping requirements should be started upon permit
issuance and not require compliance schedules. Indicate that the permit can be issued with or without any compliance
schedules.
D. For Permit Renewals:
✓ Complete all Sections and the Applicant Certification
E. High Priority Line Information (15A NCAC 2T .0402(2)):
✓ Use the same line identification that would be used to report spills and is used in O&M logs.
✓ Indicate type of high priority line — siphon, aerial line, etc. Other high priority lines may include those designated as
such in a sewer line extension permit, lines running parallel to stream banks that are subject to erosion which may
threaten the sewer line, other lines that are exposed, etc.
F. Satellite Systems:
✓ Provide contact information for any non -owned satellite systems that have a contracted agreement, are allocated for or
convey over 200,000 gallons per day of flow into your system.
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKAGE, INCLUDING ALL SUPPORTING INFORMATION AND MATERIA]
SHOULD BE SENT TO THE_FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERCS UNIT
-ATTN: SUPERVISOR
By U.S. Postal Service: By Courier/Saecial Delivery:
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER 512 NORTITSALISBURY STREET, SUITE 1304C
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27699-1611 RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27604
TELEPHONE NUMBER: [phone]
FORM: CSA Instructions 10105

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Division of Water Quality
o SYSTEM -WIDE WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEMS
FORM CSA 10105
(THIS FORM MAY BE PHOTOCOPIED FOR USE AS AN ORIGIA�AIJ
Application Number: (to be completed by
<I'HIS ONLINE APPLICATION CAN BE FILLED OU
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I. GENERAL INFORMATION:
Owner (name of the municipality, ublic utility, homeowners association, etc.: TO�}�''lAAF,,--��
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Authorized si in official's name AND title (15A NCAC 2T .0106(b)): ROBERTRQ6E�I� WZCE
Mailing address: POB 146
City: COLUMBUS
State: North Carolina
Zip: 28722
Telephone number: [phone]
Facsimile number: 828) 894- 2797
E-mail: [e-mail]
County where collections stem is located: POLK
Name, affiliation,\and contact information of contact person who can answer questions about the application:
Robert Rosseter
Is this application new or fora permit renewal? ❑ New X Renewal of Permit No. WQCS00140
H. COLLECTION SYSTEM INFORMATION:
1. Owner and name of wastewater treatment facility(ies) (WWTF) receiving wastewater: Town of Columbus
2. WWTF permit number(s):nc0021369
3. Total miles of sewer (approximate):20Force Main 1.5 Gravity 18.5 Pressure Vacuum
4. Population served by this system: 1500
5. Wastewater Make -Up: 100 % Domestic/Commercial 0 % Industrial (Process)
6. Pump Station Information: Attach a current list of all major (i.e. not simplex serving a single family home as part of a
pressure sewer system) pump stations, names; capacities and their locations. Summarize below:
o Number of simplex pump stations serving a low pressure* sewer:
* Indicate the number of simplex type pump stations serving a low pressure sewer system that are owned/maintained such as in a residential
subdivision. This would not include pump stations that convey larger flows en route to the treatment plant or individual pumps needed to
pump to an adjacent gravity sewer. If simplex stations are listed above, pressure or vacuum mains should be shown in Item I1(3).
o Number, of duplex or greater pump stations: 5
o Number of simplex stations serving multiple buildings: 0
7. Attach a list of high priority lines according to the Division's definition known to exist in the collection system (See
Instruction E). Head the list with the system name and include "Attachment A for Condition V(4)".X
8. Attach a copy of your current spill response plan.X
FORM: CSA 10105 Page 1

9. Attach a copy of your current annual budget and current approved Capital Improvement P1an.X
10. Attach a copy of your comprehensive collection system map (a CD is,also acceptable, please indicate format).
11. Report any satellite systems over 200,000 gallons per day (see Instruction F). For renewals, only indicate those
systems that are newly connected or have exceeded 200,000 galons per day since the last permit application.
12. Indicate the current designated collection system operators:
Main ORC Name: Rick McGuinn Certification Number:992519
Back -Up ORC Name: James Smith Certification Number:988472
Additional Back -Up ORC Name(s) and
Certification Number(s):
III. COLLECTION SYSTEM PERMIT COMPLIANCE QUESTIONS: For new application please
reference the attached draft permit in answering these questions. Any compliance dates needed
will be put into the permit. For conditions not, listed, compliance dates are not typically offered.
Current
If no, Indicate a
Typical
Permit Condition —
Compliance?
Compliance
Compliance
Date
Schedule
I(3) — Grease ordinance with legal authority to inspect/enforce
-xYes ❑ No
12 —18 mo.
I(4) — Grease inspection and enforcement program
xYes [:]No
12 —18 mo.
1(5) — Three to five year Capital Improvement Plan.
xyes ❑.No
12 —18 mo.
I(8) — Pump station identification signs.
xYes ❑ No
3 mo.
1(10) — Functional and conspicuous audible and visual alarms.
xYes ❑ No
3 — 6 mo.
II(5) — Spare pumps for any station where one pump cannot
handle peak flows alone (in a duplex station, the 2°d pump is
xYes ❑ No
6 — 9 mo.
the spare if pump reliability is met).
II(7) — Accessible right-of-ways and easements.
xYes [:]No
6 —12 mo.
II(9) — Spill response plan with Items 9 (a — h).
xYes El No
3 mo.
Other comments:
FORM: CSA 10105 Page 2

Applicant's Certification:
Note: 15A NCAC 2T .0106(b) requires an authorized individual to sign this application form. In the case of corporations,
signature is required by a principal executive officer of at least the level of vice president, or his duly authorized
representative. In the case of a municipal, state, or other public entity, a signature is required by either a principal executive
officer, ranking elected official or other duly authorized employee. Duly authorized employee's must provide prooffrom the
principal executive officer or ranking elected official that they have been authorized to sign this application. Public Works
I, ' attest that this application for 0 has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my
knowledge. I understand that if all required parts of this application are not completed and that if all required supporting
information and attachments are not included, this application package will be returned to me as incomplete. Note: In
accordance with NC General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.613, any person who knowingly makes any false statement,
representation, or certification in any application shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to
exceed $10,000 as w it as civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation.
Signature: Date: ` "2ev
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Glenn M. Rhodes
Town of Columbus
Columbus WWTP
204 Walker Street
Columbus, NC 28722
Dear Mr. Rhodes:
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
September 19, 2007
SUBJECT: Privately -owned Collection Systems
and Privately -owned Pump Stations
Polk County,
As we have continued our evaluations of sewage collection systems management, it was
recognized that there are a group of contributors that may not be informed of their individual
responsibilities. In March 2000, the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission
enacted rules related to sewage collection systems. These rules are now found in the North
Carolina Administrative Code 15 NCAC 2T .0403 for deemed permitted facilities. They include
facilities with a privately -owned collection system that serve condominiums, apartments, mobile
home parks, subdivisions, shopping centers, colleges, etc. that are tributary to larger municipally -
owned systems, yet are not owned or managed by the municipality.
If you are aware of any such privately -owned collection systems, we would also like to be
informed of their existence. In addition, we would like to know where any privately -owned pump
stations are located that are connected to your collection system. The type of information we
are requesting is the facility name, location and contact ,person. If that system is in a state of
disrepair or if you have received complaints about it previously, please note that as well.
Your attention to this request is most appreciated. We have been notified of problems at
some of these facilities in the past and have had a difficult time locating the responsible party to
affect a repair to the problem.
A response from you within 30 days would be very helpful aswetry torensure that all
owners of collection systems are meeting the regulatory" requirements' of reporting -spilld
providing the 'proper operation and maintenance of their systems. Hopefully, this will also be
beneficial to the operation of your municipal collection system. Northcarolina
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North Carolina Division of Water :Quality 2090 US Hwy 70; Swannanoa, NC 28778 Phone [phone]
Internet: www..ncwaterquality.org Customer Service 1-877-623-6748 FAX [phone]
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Town of Columbus `
Page 2 of 2
September 19, 2007
Please list:
{1} privately -owned collection systems connected to your collection system
a. facility name
b. location
c. contact person
d. status of system (i.e. in a state of disrepair, etc.)
e. complaints received
{2} privately -owned pump stations connected to your collection system
a. facility name
b. location
c. contact person
d. status of pump station (i.e. in a state of disrepair, etc.)
e. complaints received
(3) or if applicable, indicate that you do not have any of these private collection
systems or private pump stations connected to you collection system.
You may fax this information to the attention of Roy Davis at 828-299-7043.
Again, thank you for your assistance. Please contact Roy Davis or Keith Haynes at 828-
296-4500, should you have any questions regarding this request.
Cc: DWQ - SWP - Central Files
PERCS Unit
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
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Please list:
(1) privately -owned collection systems connected'to your collection system
a. facility°name
b. location
c. contact person do di,
d. status of system (i.e. in a state of disrepair, etc.)
e. complaints received ,
(2) . privately -owned pump stations connected -to your collection system
a. facility name
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d. status of pump station (i.e. in a state of disrepair, etc.)
e. complaints received
(3) or if applicable, indicate that you do not have any,of these private collection
systems or private pump p stations connected to you collection system.
You may fax this information to the attention of Roy Davis at-828-299-7043.
Again, thank you for your assistance. Please contact Roy Davis or Keith Haynes at 828--
296-4500, should you have any questions regarding.this request.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Cc: DWO - SWP - Central Files
PERCS Unit
Asheville Regional Office

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